Oxford
City in United Kingdom
Oxford is a city in the United Kingdom with a population of about 148,000 as of 2013. Located 83 kilometers from London, it draws visitors to its historic educational and cultural sites, including the Bodleian Library, Christ Church, and the Ashmolean Museum.
What to see
The city is home to several notable institutions. Visitors can explore the Bodleian Library and Christ Church, Oxford. The Ashmolean Museum is also located within the city.
When to go
Temperatures in Oxford are mildest from June through August, with daily highs around 19 °C to 21 °C and daily lows between 11 °C and 13 °C. Rainfall is consistent throughout the year, but the driest months are generally June and July, with about 47 to 48 millimeters of rain. Winter months from December to February see colder temperatures, with highs of 7 °C and lows of 2 °C, alongside more frequent rain.
Getting there
The nearest airport to Oxford is London Luton Airport, which is located 63 kilometers away.
Top sights in Oxford
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 60 | 42 | 50 | 51 | 59 | 47 | 48 | 54 | 56 | 71 | 68 | 64 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 14 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Oxford (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.