Oxford Travel Guide
Oxford travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Oxford is a city in Oxfordshire. Oxford is known for the university colleges. It has a population of about 155.000.
Right now it is 65°F (19°C) in Oxford with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 54°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Oxford 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 5.8°F below the 72°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 Oxford 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 Oxford
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 Oxford right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:45 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 68° / 52°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 6 mph
⛅ 71° / 53°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Oxford
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°45′7.2″N 1°15′27.7″W (51.752, -1.2577) |
| Population | 155.000 |
| Known for | the university colleges |
| Local time | 12:45 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Oxford
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Oxford.
Best time to visit Oxford
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 - 2 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 Oxford
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 |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Oxford?
Oxford is a city in Oxfordshire. Its coordinates are 51.752, -1.2577. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Oxford right now?
It is currently 65°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 47% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Oxford?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Oxford, which has a temperate climate. January, February and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Oxford in?
Oxford observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:45 PM.
How many people live in Oxford?
Oxford has a population of approximately 155.000.
What is the nearest airport to Oxford?
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 Oxford?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 23, 2026 at 12:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
