Best Time to Visit London
United Kingdom · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
Weather-wise, June to September is the best time to visit London. July is the hottest month, with average highs of 23°C (73°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 2°C (35°F). Rain is heaviest in October, at about 76 mm (3.0 in), and lightest in April, at 38 mm (1.5 in). January is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
London weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C 45°F | 2°C 35°F | 62 mm | 14 | 93% | 2.3 | Poor 3.8 |
| February | 8°C 47°F | 2°C 35°F | 54 mm | 11 | 90% | 2.8 | Fair 4.8 |
| March | 11°C 51°F | 3°C 37°F | 51 mm | 12 | 86% | 3.5 | Fair 5.6 |
| April | 14°C 57°F | 4°C 40°F | 38 mm | 10 | 81% | 4.8 | Good 7.3 |
| May | 17°C 63°F | 7°C 45°F | 57 mm | 11 | 79% | 4.9 | Excellent 8.1 |
| June | 21°C 69°F | 10°C 51°F | 57 mm | 11 | 77% | 5.6 | Excellent 9.2 |
| July | 23°C 73°F | 13°C 55°F | 57 mm | 12 | 75% | 5.6 | Excellent 9.1 |
| August | 22°C 72°F | 12°C 54°F | 61 mm | 12 | 77% | 4.6 | Excellent 8.9 |
| September | 20°C 68°F | 11°C 51°F | 49 mm | 10 | 81% | 4.5 | Excellent 9.5 |
| October | 16°C 60°F | 8°C 46°F | 76 mm | 14 | 87% | 3.2 | Good 6.6 |
| November | 11°C 51°F | 5°C 40°F | 73 mm | 13 | 92% | 2.4 | Fair 4.9 |
| December | 8°C 46°F | 3°C 37°F | 72 mm | 13 | 94% | 2.1 | Poor 3.9 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit London?
The best time to visit London is June to September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in London?
July is the hottest month in London, with an average high of 23°C (73°F).
What is the coldest month in London?
January is the coldest month in London, with an average low of 2°C (35°F).
What is the rainiest month in London?
October is the wettest month, with about 76 mm (3.0 in) of rain. April is the driest, with 38 mm (1.5 in).
Nearby destinations
- Bath156 km · best June to September
- Birmingham163 km · best June to September
- Bruges235 km · best June to September
- Manchester262 km · best June to July and September
- Saint Peter Port285 km · best June to September
- Liverpool286 km · best June to July and September
- Saint Helier294 km · best June to September
- Brussels320 km · best June to July and September
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