🇬🇧
London Weather in January
United Kingdom · winter in the Northern Hemisphere / summer in Southern Hemisphere
Avg High
46°F
8°C
Avg Low
38°F
3°C
Rainfall
2.1 in (54mm)
Sunshine
1.5 hrs/day
What to Expect
Grey and cold. Occasional frost. Museums are a great refuge.
Current Weather in London Right Now
52°F
Scattered Clouds
Feels like 50°F · H 53°F / L 50°F
Is January 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 January
- ✓Waterproof jacket every season
- ✓Compact umbrella
- ✓Layers — London's microclimates vary by neighborhood
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes