Wales Map
Interactive map of Wales with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Wales is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Wales is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 3.1 million. The capital is Cardiff.
Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in Wales with clear. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 44°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Wales is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 137 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is 4.5°F above the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Wales today at 10/10. 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 Wales
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 52°7′50.5″N 3°47′1.3″W (52.1307, -3.7837)
Quick facts about Wales
| Type | Constituent country |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°7′50.5″N 3°47′1.3″W (52.1307, -3.7837) |
| Capital | Cardiff |
| Population | 3.100.000 |
| Area | 8.023 sq mi |
| Time zone | Europe/London |
| Local time | 3:06 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Maps of each county in Wales
2 counties mapped in this atlas
Cities map of Wales
1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas
Counties map of Wales
2 counties mapped, each with its own weather, climate and geography pages
Neighboring constituent countries in United Kingdom
Sorted by distance from Wales.
Getting to Wales
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 137 mi
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) · 149 mi
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW) · 169 mi
- Bristol · 69 mi · roughly 1.6 h driving
- Bath · 80 mi · roughly 1.8 h driving
- Birmingham · 84 mi · roughly 1.9 h driving
- Stratford-upon-Avon · 88 mi · roughly 2 h driving
- Liverpool · 94 mi · roughly 2.2 h driving
- Oxford · 111 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Wales
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 137 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 149 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 169 mi | Sussex |
National parks in Wales
Things to do in Wales
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Wales.
Explore Wales
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Map for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wales?
Wales is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 52.1307, -3.7837. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Wales right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wales?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Wales, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wales in?
Wales observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:06 AM.
How many people live in Wales?
Wales has a population of approximately 3.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Wales?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 137 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 149 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 169 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wales?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
What places are in Wales?
Wales covers 2 places in this atlas, including Gwynedd and South Wales.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 23, 2026 at 3:06 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
