River Thames Map
Interactive map of River Thames with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
River Thames is a river in Greater London. River Thames is a river known as the river through London.
Right now it is 77°F (25°C) in River Thames with clear sky. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 61°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 24%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit River Thames is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 3.4°F above the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in River Thames today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of River Thames
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Coordinates: 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278)
Quick facts about River Thames
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| County | Greater London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278) |
| Length | 215 mi |
| Known for | the river through London |
| Local time | 10:18 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Getting to River Thames
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · 14 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) · 25 mi
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) · 209 mi
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) · 216 mi
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near River Thames
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 14 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 25 mi | Sussex |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 209 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 216 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 222 mi | Paris |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 290 mi | Dublin |
Things to do in River Thames
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around River Thames.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is River Thames?
River Thames is a river in Greater London. Its coordinates are 51.5074, -0.1278. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in River Thames right now?
It is currently 77°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 37% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit River Thames?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in River Thames, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is River Thames in?
River Thames observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:18 PM.
What is the nearest airport to River Thames?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in River Thames?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge and Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - 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 10:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
