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London in July: go or not?

Good time. London in July gets 7.8/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 51.51°N · 0.13°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
London · July
7.8
14–22°
Temperature
34%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
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The month in detail

What to expect in July

Summer in London brings pleasant temperatures (22.0°C) and long sunny days (7.0h of sunshine). Expect rain on 34.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (7.9/10) remains theoretically better.

July ranks 2 out of 12 months in London.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Daylight
16.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is July the right month?

The best month in London is August (7.9/10), 0.1 pt higher than July.

See August →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

London works almost all year round despite its reputation: July-August are my favourite months (8.2-8.3/10), 14-22°C, 28-34% rain, parks in full swing (Hyde Park, Hampstead Heath), Wimbledon early July, BBC Proms. From December to February , expect 2-10°C and 37-40% rain, days closing at 16h.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · United Kingdom

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyPound Sterling (£)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Expensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend +1.35°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 8°C
🌧️Rainiest month March · 42%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) Modérée
Location

Where is London ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
United Kingdom
Temperate oceanic climate with a 7.9 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
51.51°N · 0.13°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit London?
July is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 34.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does London get in July?
London averages 7.0 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in London?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in London in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is London good in winter?
In winter (December-February), London scores 1.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.3/10.
When should you avoid London?
January is the most difficult month to visit London, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in London in July?
The average UV index reaches 4 in July in London (moderate), with about 16.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.