York Map
Interactive map of York with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
York is a city in Yorkshire. York is known for the Minster and medieval walls. It has a population of about 153.000.
Right now it is 53°F (11°C) in York with clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 52°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 28%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit York is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 174 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 10.3°F above the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in York today at 8.9/10. 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 York
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Coordinates: 53°57′32.8″N 1°4′53.4″W (53.9591, -1.0815)
Quick facts about York
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Yorkshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°57′32.8″N 1°4′53.4″W (53.9591, -1.0815) |
| Population | 153.000 |
| Known for | the Minster and medieval walls |
| Local time | 3:33 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Getting to York
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · 174 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) · 197 mi
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 215 mi
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) · 268 mi
- Manchester · 58 mi · roughly 1.3 h driving
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 74 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
- Windermere · 79 mi · roughly 1.8 h driving
- Liverpool · 87 mi · roughly 2 h driving
- Birmingham · 107 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Stratford-upon-Avon · 125 mi · roughly 2.9 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near York
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 174 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 197 mi | Sussex |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 215 mi | Dublin |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 268 mi | Amsterdam |
Things to do in York
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around York.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is York?
York is a city in Yorkshire. Its coordinates are 53.9591, -1.0815. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in York right now?
It is currently 53°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit York?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in York, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is York in?
York observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:33 AM.
How many people live in York?
York has a population of approximately 153.000.
What is the nearest airport to York?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 174 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 197 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 215 mi away.
What are the top things to do in York?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, British Museum and River Thames.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 October 2, 2026 at 3:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
