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Things to Do in Cambridge

Top things to do in Cambridge: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

🌙 54°F now🕔 2:01 PM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 145.000

Things to do in Cambridge

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cambridge.

Map of Cambridge

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Coordinates: 52°12′19.1″N 0°7′18.5″E (52.2053, 0.1218)

Weather in Cambridge right now

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54°F
Clear · feels like 53°F
Humidity95%
Wind5 mph SSW
Gusts10 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover0%
Pressure1017 hPa
VisibilityGood · 11 mi
Air quality32 · Good
Sunrise7:00 AM
Sunset6:36 PM
Moon🌖 Waning gibbous · 79%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:01 PM, Oct 1 local time.

Best time to visit Cambridge

Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★☆☆
February★★★☆☆
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April★★★★☆
May★★★★☆
June★★★★★
July★★★★☆
August★★★★★
September★★★★☆
October★★★★☆
November★★★☆☆
December★★★☆☆

Summary

Cambridge is a city in England. Cambridge is known for punting and college courts. It has a population of about 145.000.

Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Cambridge with clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 54°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Cambridge is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.

The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 56 mi away. Nearby highlights include British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 7.7°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Cambridge today at 9.7/10. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cambridge?

Cambridge is a city in England. Its coordinates are 52.2053, 0.1218. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Cambridge right now?

It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 95% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Cambridge?

May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Cambridge, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Cambridge in?

Cambridge observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:01 PM.

How many people live in Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of approximately 145.000.

What is the nearest airport to Cambridge?

The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 56 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 74 mi away and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 197 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Cambridge?

Popular options include British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 1, 2026 at 2:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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