What is the weather in London today?
The latest London forecast shows current conditions, rain risk, wind and the day ahead for local planning.
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London Weather Today
28°Overcast
High 32° · Low 19°
Today's weather briefing
It's a pleasant 19 degrees in the capital right now (feeling more like 17), and we're looking at a lovely dry day with sunny spells pushing the mercury up to 24 degrees before it dips to 15 tonight. With a UV index of 5 and virtually no rain expected, grab your sunscreen and sunglasses if you're heading out. A light jumper or cardigan will see you through the day comfortably, though you might shed it as temperatures climb this afternoon. Hold onto your hats for the weekend: Saturday tops out at 29 degrees and Sunday reaches a toasty 32 degrees, with only a negligible chance of rain either day.
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Listen to today's London weather briefing
Today's London weather briefing, updated at 9:15 pm local time. Right now across Greater London, it's 28 degrees with overcast cloud, feeling like 24. A gentle west wind at 18 kilometres per hour, and humidity near 24 percent. Through the day, expect a high of 32 and an overnight low of 19 degrees. It should stay dry. UV peaks around 6 today — that's high, so cover up between late morning and mid-afternoon. Looking ahead to tomorrow, overcast cloud with a top of 31 and a low of 20 degrees. That's your London briefing. Stay safe out there.
Updated 9:15 pm · refreshed hourly
What to do today
Park Walk
goodGood conditions for a stroll in the park, 28°C
Comfortable conditions for a long walk
Running
fairPossible but not ideal, 28°C
Dress in layers
Cycling
goodGood cycling conditions
Good day for a ride
Pub Garden
greatPerfect pub garden conditions at 28°C
Grab an outdoor table and enjoy the evening
Photography
greatGood light, scattered clouds ideal for photography
Golden hour (sunrise/sunset) will be stunning today
London Suburbs
CamdenFamous market district known for its alternative culture and canal-side stallsShoreditchEast London's creative hub with street art, bars and tech startupsNotting HillColourful west London neighbourhood famous for Portobello Road MarketGreenwichHistoric riverside area home to the Royal Observatory and Prime MeridianBrixtonVibrant south London hub with a rich Caribbean heritage and buzzing marketRichmondLeafy riverside town with Richmond Park and views over the ThamesIslingtonFashionable north London borough known for Upper Street's bars and theatresHackneyEast London borough with a strong creative and independent food sceneChelseaAffluent west London district famed for the King's Road and Chelsea Flower ShowKensingtonMuseum-filled royal borough neighbouring Hyde ParkClaphamSouth London favourite for its expansive common and lively nightlifeWimbledonLeafy south-west suburb best known for the tennis championshipsCroydonSouth London's largest commercial and transport hubCanary WharfSkyscraper-filled financial district on the Isle of DogsWestminsterHome to the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster AbbeySohoCentral London's entertainment district with theatres, bars and restaurantsHampsteadVillage-like north London suburb bordering Hampstead HeathFulhamRiverside district in south-west London popular with young professionalsBatterseaRiverside area home to Battersea Park and the iconic Power StationPeckhamUp-and-coming south-east London area with rooftop bars and galleriesDulwichLeafy south London village with the Dulwich Picture GalleryEalingWest London borough known as the 'Queen of the Suburbs'WandsworthSouth-west London borough along the River Wandle and River ThamesSouthwarkSouth bank borough home to Borough Market and the ShardLambethSouth London borough that includes the London Eye and Lambeth PalaceBethnal GreenEast London neighbourhood with a strong Victorian heritageHighgateHilltop village famed for Highgate Cemetery and panoramic city viewsMuswell HillElevated north London suburb known for its Edwardian architecturePutneyRiverside south-west London district famous for the Boat RaceBarnesVillage-like south-west suburb curved by a bend in the ThamesStratfordEast London hub transformed by the Queen Elizabeth Olympic ParkBermondseySouth-east London riverside area with converted warehouses and marketsAngelIslington district known for its shopping and canal-side diningMaryleboneElegant central London village near Regent's ParkMayfairPrestigious central London district of exclusive shops and townhousesBloomsburyLiterary and academic quarter home to the British MuseumWhitechapelEast End district with a long history of immigration and cultureDeptfordSouth-east London riverside area with a growing arts sceneLewishamSouth-east London borough with a busy market and transport links
Updated forecast
London weather forecast for today and the week ahead
This local weather forecast combines current conditions, rain probability, wind and UV for people searching for practical London weather today, tomorrow and this week. Use it for commuting, school runs, outdoor dining, football, markets, travel and weekend plans across Greater London.
- 28°C
- Today's range is about 32°C to 19°C.
- 0%
- Use this rain forecast for school runs, commuting, events and travel around Greater London.
- 18 km/h · UV 0
- Wind, UV and temperature can vary across London, especially between parks, riverfront areas and built-up streets.
London weather FAQs
How often is the London weather forecast updated?
The London forecast is refreshed through the day. This page was last updated Mon 6 Jul, 21:15 BST.
Is the London forecast different from central London?
London can feel different from central London because river exposure, elevation, parks and dense streets change wind, shade, humidity and shower timing across Greater London.
London weather FAQ
Is London's weather really as rainy as people say?
London gets a moderate amount of rain spread through the year rather than heavy downpours. It actually receives less annual rainfall than cities like Sydney or Miami; what it has instead is persistent cloud cover and frequent light showers, which is why it has a reputation for grey skies even when totals aren't especially high.
When is the driest time of year in London?
Counterintuitively, February and March are often among the driest months, not the summer as many assume. Rainfall in London is fairly evenly distributed, so there is no strong wet or dry season to plan around.
What's the coldest and warmest London typically gets?
Typical January lows sit between 2 and 7°C, while August highs average around 23 to 24°C. Extremes do happen, most notably the 2003 European heatwave, which pushed temperatures into the mid-to-high 30s and remains a benchmark event for London summers. For the latest local coverage when conditions turn newsworthy, see Daily London.