🇬🇧 London vs 🇺🇸 Santa Monica

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

broken clouds

47°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 41°F

H 48°F / L 46°F

Humidity: 56%

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Santa Monica

scattered clouds

76°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 76°F

H 82°F / L 68°F

Humidity: 52%

Climate Overview

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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

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Santa Monica

Santa Monica is one of LA's most climate-privileged neighborhoods, directly on the Pacific with consistent marine layer cooling. The Pier is famous for cool, breezy conditions while inland areas of greater LA swelter. Temperatures rarely exceed the mid-80s°F and marine fog provides natural air conditioning through much of the summer.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇧 London🇺🇸 Santa Monica
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

London vs Santa Monica: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Santa Monica have better weather?

London and Santa Monica have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round Santa Monica: Santa Monica is one of LA's most climate-privileged neighborhoods, directly on the Pacific with cons. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit London vs Santa Monica?

Best time for London: June, July, August, September. Best time for Santa Monica: spring and fall.

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