Greenwich Travel Guide
Greenwich travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Greenwich is a district in London. Greenwich is a district known for the Prime Meridian and maritime museum.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Greenwich with clear sky. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 57°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Greenwich 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 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 19 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 9.2°F above the 61°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Greenwich today at 9.5/10. 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 Greenwich
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°28′57.4″N 0°0′27.7″W (51.4826, -0.0077)
Weather in Greenwich right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:15 PM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 61° / 54°
Overcast · 35% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 63° / 55°
Light drizzle · 29% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Greenwich
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°28′57.4″N 0°0′27.7″W (51.4826, -0.0077) |
| Known for | the Prime Meridian and maritime museum |
| Local time | 3:15 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Greenwich
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Greenwich.
Best time to visit Greenwich
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 55°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Greenwich
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 19 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 24 mi | Sussex |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 205 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 211 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 218 mi | Paris |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 296 mi | Dublin |
Explore Greenwich
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Greenwich?
Greenwich is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.4826, -0.0077. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Greenwich right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 58% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greenwich?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Greenwich, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Greenwich in?
Greenwich observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:15 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Greenwich?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 19 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 24 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 205 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Greenwich?
Popular options include Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, British Museum, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 5, 2026 at 3:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
