Geography of Greater London
Geography of Greater London: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Greater London
London Gatwick Airport is 25 mi to the south, Kent is 32 mi to the south-east, Sussex is 43 mi to the south and Brighton is 47 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278)
Quick facts about Greater London
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278) |
| Population | 8.900.000 |
| Local time | 11:12 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by city in Greater London
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by river in Greater London
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Summary
Greater London is a county in England. Greater London is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 8.9 million.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Greater London with overcast. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 57°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Greater London is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London and River Thames.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Greater London today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Greater London month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 36° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 41° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 61° | 45° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 51° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 58° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 54° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 49° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Greater London?
Greater London is a county in England. Its coordinates are 51.5074, -0.1278. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Greater London right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 60% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greater London?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Greater London, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Greater London in?
Greater London observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 11:12 PM.
How many people live in Greater London?
Greater London has a population of approximately 8.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Greater London?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Greater London?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
What places are in Greater London?
Greater London covers 2 places in this atlas, including London and River Thames.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
