What kind of climate does London have?

Modern London has the equable climate of South East England, with mild winters and temperate summers. The average daytime air temperature is 52 °F (11 °C), with 42 °F (5.5 °C) in January and 65 °F (18 °C) in July.

Does London have 4 seasons?

While London does experience four separate seasons, light showers and cloudy skies are prevalent throughout the year. Daily highs range from 48°F (9°C) in the winter to 73°F (23°C) in the summer, and weather conditions can fluctuate quite a bit over the course of a day.

What is London weather known for?

London’s weather is known for being quite unpredictable. In fact, Londoners regularly carry both sunglasses and an umbrella throughout the year. But London’s weather is never so extreme as to detract from all the great things to do in the city.

Is London cold or hot?

The average high is 9 degrees Celsius, or 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures can hover near freezing, though, and in some years London gets snow in January. That said, it can also be milder than expected and even reach into the double digits Celsius, or low 50’s Fahrenheit.

What are the seasons in London?

See our guide to visiting during London’s four seasons below, or take a look at our guide to London by month.

  • Spring: March to May.
  • Summer: June to August.
  • Autumn: September to November.
  • Winter: December to February.

Why is London so warm?

London is experiencing hotter and drier summers that are further impacted by the Urban Heat Island effect (UHI). The UHI can cause London to be up to 10’C warmer than neighbouring rural areas. This is a result of the sun’s rays being absorbed by hard surfaces rather than by vegetation such as trees, plants and grass.

Does it rain everyday in London?

The number of rainy days (with more than 0.25mm of rainfall) is fairly consistent throughout the year, with between 11 and 15 rainy days every month. Overall rainfall is highest in November and August (64mm and 59mm respectively) and is lowest in March and April (37mm each).

Does it snow a lot in London?

The city can sometimes experience extremes. Snowfall is an infrequent occurrence in winter; between 1961 and 1990 it fell on an average of 16 days per year, although infrequently heavily.