Climate normals · 1970–2000
London Climate
London is a city in United Kingdom (ENG) with a population of about 8,961,989. Its average annual temperature is 10.7°C (51°F), with roughly 641 mm of rain per year.
10.7°C
Avg Temp
641
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
London Climate
London has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F) and receives about 641 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.7°C
Avg Temp
641
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 41° | 64 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 41 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 49 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 46 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 49 mm |
| June | 16° / 60° | 55 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 43 mm |
| August | 18° / 64° | 50 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 58 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 63 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 62 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 61 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit London
The most comfortable months to visit London are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 23°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit London are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
London, United Kingdom has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C and about 641 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in London average about 23°C (74°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.