Best Time to Visit London
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
Jul is warmest (21.7°C high); Nov is rainiest (64 mm).
London weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7.3 | 2.1 | 55 | 3.9 |
| Feb | 7.9 | 2 | 47 | 5.2 |
| Mar | 10.4 | 3.3 | 43 | 7 |
| Apr | 13.5 | 5.1 | 49 | 9.4 |
| May | 16.6 | 8.3 | 52 | 10.3 |
| Jun | 19.5 | 11.3 | 56 | 10.8 |
| Jul | 21.7 | 13.5 | 55 | 11.1 |
| Aug | 21.4 | 13.4 | 61 | 9.9 |
| Sep | 18.6 | 11.1 | 48 | 8.1 |
| Oct | 14.6 | 8.4 | 60 | 6 |
| Nov | 10.3 | 4.9 | 64 | 4.4 |
| Dec | 7.6 | 2.7 | 58 | 3.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugSep
Beaches: JulAugJunSep
Hiking: MayJulJunApr
Sightseeing: JulJunSepAug
London quick facts
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Currency
- Pound (GBP)
- Language
- English
- Plug / voltage
- G · 230 V
- Dialing code
- +44
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit London?
Jul, Jun, Aug, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 64 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 21.7°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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