Cardiff Travel Guide
Cardiff travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Cardiff is a city in South Wales. Cardiff is known for the castle and Millennium Centre. It has a population of about 375.000.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Cardiff with partly cloudy. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 59°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 62%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cardiff is 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 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 117 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Snowdonia National Park and River Thames.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 9.2°F above the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cardiff today at 9.5/10. 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 Cardiff
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 51°28′53.8″N 3°10′44.8″W (51.4816, -3.1791)
Weather in Cardiff right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:01 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 67° / 60°
Drizzle · 53% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 65° / 56°
Light drizzle · 25% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Cardiff
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | South Wales |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°28′53.8″N 3°10′44.8″W (51.4816, -3.1791) |
| Population | 375.000 |
| Known for | the castle and Millennium Centre |
| Local time | 3:01 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Cardiff
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cardiff.
Best time to visit Cardiff
Go in 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
- Layers - the daily swing is 52°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 Cardiff
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 117 mi | London |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 131 mi | Sussex |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 187 mi | Dublin |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 305 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 311 mi | Paris |
Explore Cardiff
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cardiff?
Cardiff is a city in South Wales. Its coordinates are 51.4816, -3.1791. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Cardiff right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cardiff?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Cardiff, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cardiff in?
Cardiff observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:01 AM.
How many people live in Cardiff?
Cardiff has a population of approximately 375.000.
What is the nearest airport to Cardiff?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 117 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 131 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 187 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cardiff?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Snowdonia National Park, River Thames, British Museum and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
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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 October 2, 2026 at 3:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
