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London Weather in December
United Kingdom · early winter in Northern Hemisphere / early summer in Southern Hemisphere
Avg High
46°F
8°C
Avg Low
38°F
3°C
Rainfall
2.3 in (58mm)
Sunshine
1.5 hrs/day
What to Expect
Cold with Christmas cheer. Markets and lights. Rarely snows.
Current Weather in London Right Now
50°F
Overcast Clouds
Feels like 43°F · H 51°F / L 48°F
Is December a Good Time to Visit London?
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.
✓ Best months:June, July, August, September
What to Pack for London in December
- ✓Waterproof jacket every season
- ✓Compact umbrella
- ✓Layers — London's microclimates vary by neighborhood
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes