The best times to visit Oxford for ideal weather are

March 26th to May 27th

or

September 17th to November 4th

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 some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th 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 August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 91.7°F (33.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.8°F (22.1°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 47.5 38.5 31.1
Feb 51 41.2 33.6
Mar 62.7 52.2 43.2
Apr 71.4 60.8 51.3
May 79.2 69.4 60.4
Jun 88.2 78.1 68.6
Jul 89.3 79.5 70.6
Aug 89.6 79.5 70.2
Sep 83.1 72.6 63.8
Oct 71.8 60.5 51.3
Nov 60.1 49.7 41.6
Dec 51.7 42.7 36.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.6 3.6 -0.5
Feb 10.6 5.1 0.9
Mar 17.1 11.2 6.2
Apr 21.9 16 10.7
May 26.2 20.8 15.8
Jun 31.2 25.6 20.3
Jul 31.8 26.4 21.4
Aug 32 26.4 21.2
Sep 28.4 22.6 17.7
Oct 22.1 15.8 10.7
Nov 15.6 9.8 5.3
Dec 10.9 5.9 2.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Oxford are August, September, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early August. For example, on the week of July 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of March 26th.

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 20% 0 3.6
Feb 18% 0 3.8
Mar 27% 0 5.8
Apr 23% 0 6.4
May 27% 0 6.6
Jun 18% 0 3.8
Jul 17% 0 3.9
Aug 16% 0 2.5
Sep 17% 0 3.3
Oct 17% 0 4
Nov 18% 0 4
Dec 23% 0 5.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 9.1
Feb 18 0 9.7
Mar 27 0 14.7
Apr 23 0 16.3
May 27 0 16.8
Jun 18 0 9.7
Jul 17 0 9.9
Aug 16 0 6.4
Sep 17 0 8.4
Oct 17 0 10.2
Nov 18 0 10.2
Dec 23 0 14.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Oxford has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (63% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.9%).

Wind in Oxford is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by February and March. April’s average wind speed of around 7.3 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.4 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 April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.2 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 6.7 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 5.9 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jul 4.7 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Aug 4.3 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.5 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.1%
Feb 66%
Mar 64.2%
Apr 63%
May 70.2%
Jun 70.8%
Jul 73.3%
Aug 69.5%
Sep 69.3%
Oct 67.8%
Nov 67%
Dec 75.9%

 

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, MS, US is March, followed by May and February. 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 November. 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 44 in November means 44% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Oxford Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84°F (28.9°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 least precipitation with about 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Oxford, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 54°F (12.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 5 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 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 46.5°F (8.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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