The best times to visit Oxford for ideal weather are

April 16th to June 17th

or

September 10th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Oxford Travel Info

Weather in Oxford

Temperature

Average temperatures in Oxford vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Oxford, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.4°F (21.9°C) at night.

Oxford Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Oxford Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Oxford Perceived Temperature (F)

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Oxford Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Oxford Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 42.6 35.3 28.6
Feb 44.1 36.1 28.9
Mar 54.8 45.2 36.8
Apr 66.4 56.1 46.4
May 76.3 66.3 57
Jun 84.1 74.6 65.6
Jul 87.5 78.9 70
Aug 84.8 75.9 67.4
Sep 79.7 70.3 61.6
Oct 68.2 59.1 51.2
Nov 56.6 48.2 40.8
Dec 48.2 41.3 35.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.9 1.8 -1.9
Feb 6.7 2.3 -1.7
Mar 12.7 7.3 2.7
Apr 19.1 13.4 8
May 24.6 19.1 13.9
Jun 28.9 23.7 18.7
Jul 30.8 26.1 21.1
Aug 29.3 24.4 19.7
Sep 26.5 21.3 16.4
Oct 20.1 15.1 10.7
Nov 13.7 9 4.9
Dec 9 5.2 1.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Oxford are February, July, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Oxford? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Oxford.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Oxford (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.1
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 2% 0 0.1
Apr 1% 0 0
May 1% 0 0.1
Jun 4% 0 0.5
Jul 1% 0 0.1
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 2% 0 0.2
Oct 1% 0 0.1
Nov 1% 0 0.1
Dec 2% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 2 0 0.3
Apr 1 0 0
May 1 0 0.3
Jun 4 0 1.3
Jul 1 0 0.3
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 2 0 0.5
Oct 1 0 0.3
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 2 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Oxford has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (59.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (73.5%).

Wind in Oxford is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 7.1 knots (8.2 MPH or 13.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 15.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Oxford.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Apr 7 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Aug 3.9 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.5 Light breeze 10.3 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.9%
Feb 59.8%
Mar 59.5%
Apr 60%
May 66.7%
Jun 69.8%
Jul 66.3%
Aug 71.4%
Sep 73%
Oct 73%
Nov 68.6%
Dec 73.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Oxford?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Oxford, MD, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Oxford in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.1 in October means 56.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Oxford Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Oxford, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.2°F (29°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Oxford to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.7°F (9.8°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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