River Thames Travel Guide
River Thames travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
River Thames is a river in Greater London. River Thames is a river known as the river through London.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in River Thames with partly cloudy. It feels like 43°F. Today runs from 48°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit River Thames 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 Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is in line with the 61°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in River Thames today at 9.4/10. 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 River Thames
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278)
Weather in River Thames right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:57 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 56° / 47°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 52° / 46°
Overcast · 4% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about River Thames
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| County | Greater London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278) |
| Length | 215 mi |
| Known for | the river through London |
| Local time | 11:57 PM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in River Thames
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around River Thames.
Best time to visit River Thames
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
- 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 River Thames
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 | 209 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 216 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 222 mi | Paris |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 290 mi | Dublin |
Explore River Thames
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Frequently asked questions
Where is River Thames?
River Thames is a river in Greater London. Its coordinates are 51.5074, -0.1278. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in River Thames right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 74% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit River Thames?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in River Thames, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is River Thames in?
River Thames observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 11:57 PM.
What is the nearest airport to River Thames?
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), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in River Thames?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge and Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - 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 26, 2026 at 11:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
