Yorkshire Travel Guide
Yorkshire travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Yorkshire is a county in England. Yorkshire is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 5.4 million.
Right now it is 51°F (11°C) in Yorkshire with clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 50°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Yorkshire is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 174 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is in line with the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Yorkshire today at 10/10. 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 Yorkshire
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 53°57′32.8″N 1°4′53.4″W (53.9591, -1.0815)
Weather in Yorkshire right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:15 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 64° / 59°
Drizzle · 22% rain · wind 11 mph
🌧️ 65° / 56°
Heavy drizzle · 71% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Yorkshire
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°57′32.8″N 1°4′53.4″W (53.9591, -1.0815) |
| Population | 5.400.000 |
| Local time | 10:15 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Yorkshire
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Yorkshire.
Best time to visit Yorkshire
Go in May, June, July and August. 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 - 4 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 Yorkshire
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 174 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 197 mi | Sussex |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 215 mi | Dublin |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 268 mi | Amsterdam |
Cities in Yorkshire
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Yorkshire
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Travel Guide for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Yorkshire?
Yorkshire is a county in England. Its coordinates are 53.9591, -1.0815. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Yorkshire right now?
It is currently 51°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Yorkshire?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Yorkshire, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Yorkshire in?
Yorkshire observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:15 PM.
How many people live in Yorkshire?
Yorkshire has a population of approximately 5.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Yorkshire?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 174 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 197 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 215 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Yorkshire?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, British Museum and River Thames.
What places are in Yorkshire?
Yorkshire covers 1 places in this atlas, including York.
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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 24, 2026 at 10:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
