Best Time to Visit London for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

93/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

June, July, August

Avoid

January, February

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Weather

5°C – 18°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit London for a city trip is June, July, August, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for London

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	32Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	5°	7°	67	14.8	91%	shoulder
February	38Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	5°	8°	47	11.6	88%	dry
March	44Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	7°	11°	46	11.1	81%	dry
April	59Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	9°	14°	50	11.6	77%	dry
May	79Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	17°	53	10.8	76%	shoulder
June	93Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	20°	59	9.8	74%	shoulder
July	92Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	18°	23°	55	10.5	74%	shoulder
August	92Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	22°	58	10.5	75%	shoulder
September	90Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	19°	59	10.3	80%	shoulder
October	71Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	11°	15°	73	12.9	86%	shoulder
November	43Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	7°	10°	71	14.6	91%	shoulder
December	33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	5°	8°	69	13.5	92%	shoulder