May 20 is generally a great time to visit Oxford. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Oxford
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Oxford Weather Forecast for May 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.7°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Oxford in May
Based on historical data for May 20, Oxford typically experiences temperatures between 8.2°C and 16.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Oxford
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
68%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Oxford Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.2°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
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Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United Kingdom
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Oxford
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:06
☀️ Noon
13:02
🌇 Sunset
20:59
⏱️ Daylight
15h 52m
Wind Speed
17.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Oxford
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Oxford on May 20 averages 16.7°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Oxford Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 27
17.4°C • 23% rain
Score
88
May 23
17°C • 23% rain
Score
87
May 24
17.1°C • 24% rain
Score
87
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📍 Is Oxford Worth Visiting on May 20?
Planning a trip to Oxford on May 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.7°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.5°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 6.4°C in 2021.