Cambridge Weather Forecast
Cambridge weather: 61°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Cambridge?
Yes - rain is likely in Cambridge today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 12% of a normal October week (0,1 in against 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Cambridge
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 47° | 100% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 44° | 6% | 14 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌥️ Fog | 54° / 46° | 0% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 43° | 0% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌥️ Fog | 59° / 42° | 4% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 52° / 49° | 6% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 38° | 2% | 8 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 37° | 2% | 3 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 51° / 40° | 0% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 50° / 36° | 2% | 3 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 53° / 40° | 9% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 51° / 38° | 17% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 52° / 42° | 10% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 52° / 42° | 22% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
What this means for Cambridge
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 59°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cambridge?
May, June, July, August and September 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+00:00). The local time is 5:59 AM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 5:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
