Is May a good month to visit Oxford?

May sits in the spring period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Oxford in May?

Average highs around 17C and lows near 8.1C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Oxford during May?

May typically averages around 12.6C, with about 75.5mm of rain across 12 days.

Oxford, United Kingdom

Oxford in May

Oxford, United Kingdom

Visiting Oxford in May means experiencing the spring. During spring, Oxford offers mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, and fewer crowds.

SeasonSpring

Travel StyleArt & Culture Deep Dive

Cost$$$$

Weather in Oxford in May

Average highs around 17C and lows near 8.1C. 75.5mm average precipitation and about 12 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Oxford. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High17C

Avg Low8.1C

Rainy Days12

Precipitation75.5mm

Daylight15.7h/day

Sunshine10.4h/day

Wind19.4 km/h

UVmoderate

Humiditymoderate

Temperature

May brings spring conditions in Oxford, United Kingdom. The average temperature is about 12.6C, with lows near 8.1C and highs around 17C.

Sunshine Hours

Oxford, United Kingdom usually gets around 10.4 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 15.7 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 75.5mm of rainfall over about 12 days. Rain can occur for around 4.7 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally moderate for Oxford, United Kingdom, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Oxford in May

Oxford in May