Geography of Kensington
Geography of Kensington: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Kensington
Notting Hill is 1 mi to the north-west, Soho is 2 mi to the north-east, River Thames is 2 mi to the east and Westminster is 2 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 51°29′55.7″N 0°10′29.6″W (51.4988, -0.1749)
Quick facts about Kensington
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°29′55.7″N 0°10′29.6″W (51.4988, -0.1749) |
| Known for | museums and Hyde Park |
| Local time | 11:13 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Kensington is a district in London. Kensington is a district known for museums and Hyde Park.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Kensington with clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 58°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Kensington 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 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 72°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Kensington today at 9.9/10. 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 Kensington 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° | 0,8 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 Kensington?
Kensington is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.4988, -0.1749. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Kensington right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kensington?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Kensington, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kensington in?
Kensington observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 11:13 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Kensington?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 12 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 24 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kensington?
Popular options include River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 24, 2026 at 11:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
