Monthly climate guide
Oxford weather in August
August in Oxford is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (71°F) and night-time lows near 12°C (53°F). The month usually brings about 70 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Seasonally, August counts as late summer in Oxford.
- August is Oxford's second warmest month.
- Oxford is usually about 3°C warmer than Bournemouth, 120 km away, in August.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
70 mm
some rain
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
72%
cloud · often cloudy
Oxford weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | 1°C / 34°F | 65 mm | 94% | 73% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 52 mm | 91% | 73% |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 50 mm | 87% | 71% |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 45 mm | 83% | 66% |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 44°F | 56 mm | 80% | 69% |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 10°C / 49°F | 67 mm | 79% | 72% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 53°F | 60 mm | 76% | 67% |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 70 mm | 78% | 72% |
| September | 19°C / 67°F | 9°C / 49°F | 48 mm | 81% | 65% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 76 mm | 88% | 72% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 74 mm | 94% | 74% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 3°C / 37°F | 80 mm | 95% | 75% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is August a good time to visit Oxford?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Oxford →Other United Kingdom cities in August
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Oxford in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Oxford?
August is a reasonable time for Oxford: highs around 22°C and about 70 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Oxford in August?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Oxford in August?
Oxford typically gets around 70 mm of rain in August — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Oxford (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.