London Weather Forecast
London weather: 61°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
London weather in November
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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).
Best time to visit London
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How London compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against London.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Thames | 0 mi | 54°F | about the same | 29 in |
| London Gatwick Airport | 25 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 32 in |
| Kent | 32 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 29 in |
| Sussex | 43 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 34 in |
| Brighton | 47 mi | 54°F | about the same | 38 in |
See the London forecast by time range
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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 61°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 3 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 5:30 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 5:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
