🇩🇪 Cologne vs London 🇬🇧

Cologne, Germany vs London, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 116 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇩🇪 Cologne🇬🇧 London
Avg annual high15°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year227111
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, August, SeptemberJune, July, August

🇩🇪 Cologne

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cologne or London warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Cologne or London?

Cologne is rainier — London sees about 116 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Cologne vs London?

Cologne is best around June, August, September; London is best around June, July, August.

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