During the week of 22 April 2024 - 28 April 2024, temperatures averaged at 10 °C (50 °F) during the day and dropped to 4 °C (39 °F) at night. Both the daily and night temperatures in Oxford are slightly below the long-term average, which is around 14 °C (57 °F) and 6 °C (43 °F) respectively. The average temperatures during different times of day (local time) were following: 7am 5 °C (41 °F), 10am 8 °C (46 °F), 1pm 9 °C (48 °F), 4pm 10 °C (50 °F), 7pm 9 °C (48 °F), 10pm 7 °C (45 °F).

The week had 2 days without rain, 2 days with light rain and 3 days with moderate rain. Oxford received 39 mm (1.54 in) of precipitation throughout the week, which is above its long-term average of 11 mm (0.43 in). The daytime hours (from dawn to dusk) had an average cloud coverage of 56 %.

The wind's speed averaged 3.0 m/s. Prevailing wind direction(s) were North and North-East. The air pressure was 999 hpa - 1032 hpa. On average, the air humidity in Oxford was 81 %.

During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 3 hours clear skies, 4 hours partially overcast skies, 5 hours overcast skies and 3.5 hours rainy weather. On average, the time of sunrise was 05:46, and the time of sunset was 20:18.

Weather overview

Oxford (United Kingdom) is a place with a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 8 °C (46 °F) in January to 22 °C (72 °F) in July. The driest month is July with just 9 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is November with 12 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 13 °C (55 °F), the lowest in February with 2 °C (35 °F).

January weather

The day temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 8 °C (46 °F) in Oxford, while the night temperature continues to descent, with its value of 2 °C (35 °F). The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 5. The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value of 12 days.

February weather

The night temperature reaches its minimum in this month in Oxford. The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value being 43 mm (1.71 in), while the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed in February. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in February.

March weather

The day temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 10 °C (50 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature starts to rise too in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 3 hours.

April weather

The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 13 °C (55 °F) in Oxford, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 5 °C (40 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 5 hours.

May weather

The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 16 °C (61 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, its value is 8 °C (46 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, with its value being 55 mm (2.18 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.

June weather

The tourist season is about to start in June in Oxford. The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 20 °C (67 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, its value is 7 hours. The maximum of the day length is observable in this month. The number of rainy days starts to descent.

July weather

The day temperature is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 22 °C (72 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature is on its maximum as well, the value of this measure is 13 °C (55 °F). The tourist season continues. The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed in July. The wind speed is on its minimum.

August weather

The tourist season is close to its peak in Oxford. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 10 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too in August. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 6 hours.

September weather

The tourist season continues in Oxford. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 19 °C (66 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed as well in September. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 5 hours.

October weather

The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 14 °C (58 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, the value of this measure is 7 °C (45 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 11 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 65 mm (2.58 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 3 hours.

November weather

The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 10 °C (51 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 5 °C (40 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, its value is 12 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 2 hours.

December weather

The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 8 °C (46 °F) in Oxford, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value of 2 °C (36 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 12 days. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 92 %.

What is the air temperature in April in Oxford at night?

The average night temperature in Oxford in April is 5 °C (40 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

Is May part of the dry season in Oxford?

No, May is not a dry month in Oxford, expect rain approximately 10 days in a month.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Oxford in June?

In Oxford in June, we can expect 9 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.2 days of the week, or in general - 31 % days.

Is there a wet season in Oxford in July?

No, there is no wet season in Oxford in July - you can expect 9 days of rain during the month.

What temperature can I expect during the day in Oxford in August?

The average daily temperature in Oxford in August is 22 °C (71 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.

Are there good conditions to visit in Oxford in September?

There are good conditions for visiting in Oxford in September. There are only 10 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 19 °C (66 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the sea temperature in October in Oxford?

The sea will reach 15 °C (60 °F) in Oxford in October. This is a sea temperature for resilient people only, most people won't enjoy swimming in such cold water or will have to use a wetsuit for water activities.