🇺🇸 Pittsburgh vs 🇬🇧 London

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Pittsburgh

overcast clouds

47°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 40°F

H 49°F / L 45°F

Humidity: 71%

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London

overcast clouds

56°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 53°F

H 57°F / L 54°F

Humidity: 40%

Climate Overview

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Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh at the confluence of three rivers has a full humid continental climate shaped dramatically by its river valley topography. The city's steep hills and three rivers (Ohio, Monongahela, Allegheny) create dozens of distinct microclimates between hilltop neighborhoods and valley bottoms. Fog and overcast skies are common and the city historically had severe air pollution (now dramatically improved).

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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.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Pittsburgh🇬🇧 London
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

Pittsburgh vs London: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pittsburgh or London have better weather?

Pittsburgh and London have very different climates. Pittsburgh at the confluence of three rivers has a full humid continental climate shaped dramaticall London: Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Pittsburgh vs London?

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

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