Wales Travel Guide
Wales travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Wales is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Wales is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 3.1 million. The capital is Cardiff.
Right now it is 47°F (8°C) in Wales with partly cloudy. It feels like 35°F. Today runs from 44°F to 48°F. Chance of precipitation is 91%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.4/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Wales is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 137 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 48°F is 6.5°F below the 54°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 Wales today at 8.1/10. Gusts to 46 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 Wales
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 52°7′50.5″N 3°47′1.3″W (52.1307, -3.7837)
Weather in Wales right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:58 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 48° / 44°
Light drizzle · 91% rain · wind 21 mph
🌦️ 52° / 39°
Light drizzle · 33% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Wales
| Type | Constituent country |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°7′50.5″N 3°47′1.3″W (52.1307, -3.7837) |
| Capital | Cardiff |
| Population | 3.100.000 |
| Area | 8.023 sq mi |
| Time zone | Europe/London |
| Local time | 11:58 PM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Wales
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Wales.
Best time to visit Wales
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 46 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Wales
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 137 mi | Dublin |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 149 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 169 mi | Sussex |
Counties in Wales
2 counties mapped in this atlas
Explore Wales
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 Wales?
Wales is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 52.1307, -3.7837. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Wales right now?
It is currently 47°F (8°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 70% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wales?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Wales, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wales in?
Wales observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 11:58 PM.
How many people live in Wales?
Wales has a population of approximately 3.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Wales?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 137 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 149 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 169 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wales?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
What places are in Wales?
Wales covers 2 places in this atlas, including Gwynedd and South Wales.
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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 October 26, 2026 at 11:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
