City in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Oxford weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Oxford
May–Jun and Sep are mild; Jul–Aug is crowded with language students and tourists. Winters are cold and damp; Christmas is quieter.
Oxford weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°64 mm
- Feb7°53 mm
- Mar10°51 mm
- Apr14°46 mm
- May17°60 mm
- Jun20°60 mm
- Jul22°65 mm
- Aug22°69 mm
- Sep19°48 mm
- Oct15°75 mm
- Nov10°73 mm
- Dec7°69 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C44°F | 1°C35°F | 64 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 7°C45°F | 1°C34°F | 53 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 2°C35°F | 51 mm | 87% | Cold |
| April | 14°C56°F | 4°C39°F | 46 mm | 83% | Cool |
| May | 17°C62°F | 7°C45°F | 60 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 20°C68°F | 10°C51°F | 60 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 65 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C71°F | 12°C53°F | 69 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C66°F | 9°C49°F | 48 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 15°C58°F | 7°C45°F | 75 mm | 88% | Cool |
| November | 10°C50°F | 4°C39°F | 73 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 7°C45°F | 2°C36°F | 69 mm | 95% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Oxford?
May–Jun, Sep. May–Jun and Sep are mild; Jul–Aug is crowded with language students and tourists. Winters are cold and damp; Christmas is quieter.
When is the rainy season in Oxford?
Rain peaks in October with about 75 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Oxford?
July, with average highs of 22°C (72°F).
How cold does Oxford get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 1°C (34°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.