Best Time to Visit London, Westminster, United Kingdom
London is at its sunniest and driest in July–August.
The best time to visit London for sunny, dry weather is July–August — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–August; the wetter half falls in September–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.9°C / 40.8°F in January to 18.2°C / 64.8°F in July, with rainfall from 41 mm / 1.6 in (February) to 64 mm / 2.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at London, Westminster, United Kingdom's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. London's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 18.2°C64.8°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.8°C64°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit London?
The best time to visit London for sunny, dry weather is July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 18.2°C / 64.8°F, and the driest is February with about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at London's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in London?
The rainy season at London, Westminster runs through September–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 55 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is January (64 mm / 2.5 in).
What is the driest month in London?
The driest month in London is February, averaging about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 5°C / 41°F.
What months should I avoid visiting London?
The least comfortable months for travel to London — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 64 mm / 2.5 in in January, and the coldest month averages 4.9°C / 40.8°F.
Is London climate different from United Kingdom overall?
Yes, usually. Our London figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United Kingdom figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects London specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.