Best time to visit London (by conditions)
London, United Kingdom
London can feel very different depending on how much you’re outside versus indoors on the same day.
For London, “best time” usually depends on your tolerance for heat, rain, and walking-heavy days.
Facts only
Dec · Jan · Feb
Avg low 2–5°C / high 7–10°C · Rainy days: 10–16 / ~35–65 mm
Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov
Avg low 6–12°C / high 12–19°C · Rainy days: 8–14 / ~35–70 mm
Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov
Avg low 6–12°C / high 12–19°C · Rainy days: 8–14 / ~35–70 mm
Jun · Jul · Aug
Avg low 13–16°C / high 20–25°C (heatwave spikes possible) · Rainy days: 6–11 / ~35–65 mm
What it feels like
Even in the same month, comfort often splits by “walking-heavy” versus “mostly indoors.”
When mornings/evenings and indoor AC differ a lot, you feel the day’s length more than the number.
When it tends to fit
- • If you’ll walk a lot and you’re sensitive to wind or rain, cooler/drier conditions tend to fit better.
- • For photo-and-walk trips, sunny days usually matter more than the exact temperature.
- • If you want to keep fatigue low (kids/family trips), avoiding peak midday heat helps.
When it may not fit
- • If you struggle with humid heat, some seasons can feel tiring even when the numbers look similar.
- • In rainier periods, “walking as planned” can be harder—tight itineraries may not fit well.
What people usually wear
Not a single “correct outfit”—just common choices that cover most situations.
- • 🌧️ Main drivers: London often runs on **drizzle/rain + wind + cloud cover**. Many days are more about staying dry than chasing a perfect temperature.
- • 🧥 Waterproof layer: umbrellas can struggle in wind. A thin hooded rain shell is high value.
- • 🧶 Layering: indoor heat (pubs, Tube) vs cool outdoor air can differ. Thin knits/cardigans make transitions easy.
The same numbers can still feel different depending on how you travel.
Explore London
These pages are connected so you can compare conditions and decide for yourself.