Oxfordshire Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom in February.

Planning a trip to Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Oxfordshire in February

Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Oxfordshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Oxford.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Oxford with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Shrivenham with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Oxford experiences about 80 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Oxfordshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oxfordshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oxford)

Best Places to Visit in Oxfordshire in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oxfordshire.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Oxfordshire

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Oxfordshire (February)

Precipitation variation in Oxfordshire (February)

Oxford

In February Oxford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
80 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Banbury

In February Banbury generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
80 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Woodstock

In February Woodstock generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
80 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Bicester

In February Bicester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
80 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Burford

In February Burford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
75 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Oxfordshire, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oxfordshire in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oxford 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Banbury 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Woodstock 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Bicester 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Burford 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Witney 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Oxfordshire weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom in February?

Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Oxford average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom in February?

Daytime temperatures in Oxford peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in February, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Oxford averages just 52 mm (2 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Oxford, February may not be the ideal time to visit Oxfordshire, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Oxford. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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