Lake District National Park Map
Interactive map of Lake District National Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Lake District National Park is a national park in Cumbria. Lake District National Park is a national park known for fells, lakes and literary landscapes.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Lake District National Park with overcast. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 49°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake District National Park is July. The climate is subarctic. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 60°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 148 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Snowdonia National Park and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is in line with the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Lake District National Park today at 9.3/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Lake District National Park
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Coordinates: 54°27′39.2″N 3°5′19″W (54.4609, -3.0886)
Quick facts about Lake District National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| County | Cumbria |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 54°27′39.2″N 3°5′19″W (54.4609, -3.0886) |
| Established | 1951 |
| Known for | fells, lakes and literary landscapes |
| Local time | 8:29 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Getting to Lake District National Park
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 148 mi
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · 234 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) · 259 mi
- Windermere · 9 mi · roughly 13 min driving
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 69 mi · roughly 1.6 h driving
- Liverpool · 73 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
- Manchester · 76 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
- York · 88 mi · roughly 2 h driving
- Edinburgh · 103 mi · roughly 2.4 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Lake District National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 148 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 234 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 259 mi | Sussex |
Things to do in Lake District National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lake District National Park.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake District National Park?
Lake District National Park is a national park in Cumbria. Its coordinates are 54.4609, -3.0886. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake District National Park right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake District National Park?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake District National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake District National Park in?
Lake District National Park observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:29 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake District National Park?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 148 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 234 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 259 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake District National Park?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Snowdonia National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 8:29 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
