May 28 is generally a great time to visit Oxford. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°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 28
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.5°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Oxford in May
Based on historical data for May 28, Oxford typically experiences temperatures between 9.3°C and 17.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% 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
17.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
68%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.5 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 99% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 21:00
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
13°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
04:57
☀️ Noon
13:03
🌇 Sunset
21:09
⏱️ Daylight
16h 12m
Wind Speed
19.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.0 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 28 averages 17.5°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 88/100."
— 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
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18.2°C • 18% rain
Score
93
June 1
18.4°C • 17% rain
Score
93
June 2
18.4°C • 18% rain
Score
93
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📍 Is Oxford Worth Visiting on May 28?
Planning a trip to Oxford on May 28? 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 17.5°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 7.3°C in 2019.