London in January

In January, London averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night, with around 11 days of rain (55 mm total).

Conditions are cold — pack winter layers. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

January in London is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

8°C
Avg high
3°C
Avg low
11
Rain days
55 mm
Rainfall
2
Snow days

London in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 8°C / 46°F 3°C / 37°F 55 mm 11 2
February 9°C / 48°F 3°C / 37°F 41 mm 9 2
March 12°C / 54°F 5°C / 41°F 42 mm 9 1
April 15°C / 59°F 7°C / 45°F 44 mm 9 0
May 18°C / 64°F 10°C / 50°F 49 mm 9 0
June 22°C / 72°F 13°C / 55°F 45 mm 8 0
July 24°C / 75°F 15°C / 59°F 45 mm 8 0
August 23°C / 73°F 15°C / 59°F 50 mm 8 0
September 20°C / 68°F 13°C / 55°F 49 mm 8 0
October 16°C / 61°F 10°C / 50°F 69 mm 10 0
November 11°C / 52°F 6°C / 43°F 59 mm 11 1
December 8°C / 46°F 3°C / 37°F 55 mm 11 2

Other cities with similar January weather

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