Cambridge Weather Forecast
Cambridge weather: 67°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Cambridge weather in January
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Climate in Cambridge month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 35° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 40° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 40° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 59° | 42° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 55° | 1,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 75° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 56° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 53° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Cambridge
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
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 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.
How Cambridge compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cambridge.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk | 43 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 28 in |
| Camden | 47 mi | 54°F | about the same | 29 in |
| Shoreditch | 48 mi | 54°F | +33°F warmer | 28 in |
| British Museum | 49 mi | 54°F | +33°F warmer | 29 in |
| Tower of London | 49 mi | 54°F | +33°F warmer | 28 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cambridge?
Cambridge is a city in England. Its coordinates are 52.2053, 0.1218. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Cambridge right now?
It is currently 67°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 45% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cambridge?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Cambridge, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cambridge in?
Cambridge observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:56 PM.
How many people live in Cambridge?
Cambridge has a population of approximately 145.000.
What is the nearest airport to Cambridge?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 56 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 74 mi away and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 197 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cambridge?
Popular options include British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 21, 2026 at 3:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
