Geography of London
Geography of London: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of London
River Thames is 0 mi to the north, London Gatwick Airport is 25 mi to the south, Kent is 32 mi to the south-east and Sussex is 43 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 London
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Greater London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′26.6″N 0°7′40.1″W (51.5074, -0.1278) |
| Population | 8.900.000 |
| Known for | Big Ben, museums, West End theatre |
| Local time | 2:33 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by attraction in London
3 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by airport in London
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in London
7 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Summary
London is a city in Greater London. London is known for Big Ben, museums, West End theatre. It has a population of about 8.9 million.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in London with mainly clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 61°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is 2.9°F above the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in London today at 9.3/10. 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 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 London?
London is a city in Greater London. Its coordinates are 51.5074, -0.1278. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in London right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 72% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit London?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in London, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is London in?
London observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:33 AM.
How many people live in London?
London has a population of approximately 8.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to 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 London?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
What places are in London?
London covers 11 places in this atlas, including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, London Heathrow Airport, Tower of London, Camden and Greenwich.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 25, 2026 at 2:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
