Wales travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Wales with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Wales.

Wales travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Wales with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Wales - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left

Why visit Wales?

Considering a holiday to the Wales? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Culture vultures
    Culture
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature

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Wales weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
7°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Cardiff7
7°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Cardiff7
10°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Cardiff10
12°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Cardiff12
16°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Cardiff16
19°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Cardiff19
20°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Cardiff20
20°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Cardiff20
18°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Cardiff18
14°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Cardiff14
10°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Cardiff10
8°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Cardiff8
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
20 days with some rainfall in January in Cardiff20
15 days with some rainfall in February in Cardiff15
17 days with some rainfall in March in Cardiff17
15 days with some rainfall in April in Cardiff15
15 days with some rainfall in May in Cardiff15
14 days with some rainfall in June in Cardiff14
13 days with some rainfall in July in Cardiff13
15 days with some rainfall in August in Cardiff15
15 days with some rainfall in September in Cardiff15
18 days with some rainfall in October in Cardiff18
18 days with some rainfall in November in Cardiff18
19 days with some rainfall in December in Cardiff19
Sea temperature °C
8°C sea temperature in January in Cardiff8
7°C sea temperature in February in Cardiff7
8°C sea temperature in March in Cardiff8
9°C sea temperature in April in Cardiff9
12°C sea temperature in May in Cardiff12
15°C sea temperature in June in Cardiff15
17°C sea temperature in July in Cardiff17
18°C sea temperature in August in Cardiff18
17°C sea temperature in September in Cardiff17
14°C sea temperature in October in Cardiff14
11°C sea temperature in November in Cardiff11
9°C sea temperature in December in Cardiff9

The Wales weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Cardiff.

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Wales travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Wales from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Wales.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Wales travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Wales with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Wales, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Wales travel features

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Wales FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Wales including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Wales?

Wales is open for tourism.

Check out Public Health Wales for more information.

What is the time difference between Wales and the UK?

The time difference between Wales and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Wales?

The main language spoken in Wales is English.

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What is the currency in Wales?

The currency in Wales is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in Wales?

Wales uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Wales?

They drive on the left side of the road in Wales.

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