Soho Travel Guide
Soho travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Soho is a district in London. Soho is a district known for theatreland and nightlife.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Soho with overcast. It feels like 57°F. Today runs from 50°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Soho 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 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 61°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Soho today at 8.5/10. Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Soho
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341)
Weather in Soho right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:29 AM, Oct 29 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 58° / 48°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 52° / 49°
Overcast · 4% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Soho
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341) |
| Known for | theatreland and nightlife |
| Local time | 3:29 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Soho
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Soho.
Best time to visit Soho
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
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Soho
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 | 210 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 216 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 222 mi | Paris |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 290 mi | Dublin |
Explore Soho
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Soho?
Soho is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.5137, -0.1341. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Soho right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 16 mph.
When is the best time to visit Soho?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Soho, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Soho in?
Soho observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 3:29 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Soho?
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), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Soho?
Popular options include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, 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 29, 2026 at 3:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
