London Weather

London weather - Pack for all eventualities!
The weather in London is just as much a topic of conversation as the rest of the country, and is rarely as bad as foreign visitors expect. It is hard to sum up London weather since by nature it is extremely changeable. This means that sunshine can easily turn to rain and vice versa. Whenever you visit London you should allow for the possibility of rain. London rainfall is spread quite evenly throughout the year. However, with so many indoor attractions this hardly represents a problem. Summer weather in London is just as unpredictable, ranging from cool and showery to hot and sunny. In fact, really hot summer weather in London can make travel and sightseeing rather tiring. Summer weather sometimes continues well into September. Average summer temperatures in London are only in the low 20ºs, but the hottest days can reach the 30ºs. The best advice regarding the weather in London is to come prepared for anything! Don’t forget something warm in the summer, but pack something comfortable for hot weather too. Umbrella or rain gear are essential at any time, and remember you may need to wrap up warm for winter outside while wearing something comfortable for museums, pubs, cinemas etc.

London weather - Spring and autumn for relaxed sightseeing
While the summer is a good time to visit London, many residents would say spring and autumn is the best time for a London city break. Temperatures are good for walking and relaxed sightseeing, there is usually some sunshine, and the days are still reasonably long. Average sunshine hours for London are low in the winter but manage a respectable 5 or 6 hours a day between April and September. London has plenty of dry but cloudy weather throughout the year.

London winter weather - Wrap up warm
London winter weather is actually quite mild, with average maximum temperatures around 8ºC, but damp and windy conditions can often make it feel colder. However, London weather is so unpredictable it really is a question of luck. London is perhaps at its most beautiful and invigorating on a crisp, sunny winter’s day. Like elsewhere in the UK, days are short in the winter. Snow and freezing weather appear to be increasingly rare.

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