Oxfordshire Travel Guide
Oxfordshire travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Oxfordshire is a county in England. Oxfordshire is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 690.000.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Oxfordshire with partly cloudy. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 54°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Oxfordshire is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and November tend to be the least comfortable months. July 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 40 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, British Museum and River Thames.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Oxfordshire today at 9.8/10. 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 Oxfordshire
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°45′7.2″N 1°15′27.7″W (51.752, -1.2577)
Weather in Oxfordshire right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:31 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 70° / 60°
Overcast · 47% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 69° / 55°
Light drizzle · 76% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Oxfordshire
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°45′7.2″N 1°15′27.7″W (51.752, -1.2577) |
| Population | 690.000 |
| Local time | 12:31 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Oxfordshire
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Oxfordshire.
Best time to visit Oxfordshire
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Oxfordshire
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 40 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 62 mi | Sussex |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 240 mi | Dublin |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 253 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 259 mi | Amsterdam |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 263 mi | Paris |
Cities in Oxfordshire
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Oxfordshire
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 Oxfordshire?
Oxfordshire is a county in England. Its coordinates are 51.752, -1.2577. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Oxfordshire right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 75% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Oxfordshire?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Oxfordshire, which has a temperate climate. January, February and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Oxfordshire in?
Oxfordshire observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:31 AM.
How many people live in Oxfordshire?
Oxfordshire has a population of approximately 690.000.
What is the nearest airport to Oxfordshire?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 40 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 62 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 240 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Oxfordshire?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
What places are in Oxfordshire?
Oxfordshire covers 1 places in this atlas, including Oxford.
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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 25, 2026 at 12:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
