London

British weather is rarely extreme. Temperatures and cloud coverage change frequently, often daily, sometimes even hourly and there are few rules that dominate the weather system. Summers tend to be moderately warm with occasional hot days and less rain than other seasons. Winters are usually grey and wet with some wonderful cool, crisp clear days in between. Snow is infrequent. In London there is sometimes thick fog that rolls up the River Thames and hangs over the city making it very damp and cold. Visitors are advised to arm themselves against sudden downpours. Here's what you can expect to find throughout the year.

Spring (Mar - May)
Quite unpredictable with a good mixture of sun, rain and cloud. Temperatures average between 11°C and 15°C. Take a jacket when you go out.

Summer (Jun - Aug)
Generally sunny, with the occasional rainstorm. Temperatures average around 20°C, but have been known to go as high as 37.9°C.

Autumn (Sep - Nov)
Pretty much the same as spring. However it's not unknown for summer to run well into September or for November to be uncharacteristically cold. So be prepared.

Winter (Dec - Feb)
Temperatures hover around 6°C and it's normally mild but damp. It rarely freezes or snows in London, but you'd be wise to take a hat and gloves when going out.

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