September 3 is generally a great time to visit Oxford. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Oxford
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
Oxford itself has a reasonably goodmobil...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Oxford Weather Forecast for September 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Oxford in September
Based on historical data for September 3, Oxford typically experiences temperatures between 12.1°C and 20°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Oxford
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
68%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.1 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 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 40 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 60 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 100 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.8°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
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
06:21
☀️ Noon
13:06
🌇 Sunset
19:50
⏱️ Daylight
13h 29m
Wind Speed
17 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
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 September 3 averages 20°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— 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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19.4°C • 14% rain
Score
100
August 31
19.5°C • 12% rain
Score
100
September 1
19.6°C • 9% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Oxford Worth Visiting on September 3?
Planning a trip to Oxford on September 3? 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 20°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest September 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.1°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 11.1°C in 2017.