London Historic Weather Records

Analyse hottest, coldest, windiest & wettest days

London Weather Trend Graph


Temperature (°C)
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Months
Max Temp.
Historic Max Temp.
Min Temp.
Historic Min Temp.

Yearly Summary 2026


37°C
Highest Temp
3 Jul. 26

-20°C
Lowest Temp
31 Jan. 26


Seasonal Breakdown

Hottest MonthJuly31.55°C

Coldest MonthJanuary-8.1°C

Wettest MonthMarch14.57mm

Windiest MonthMarch28.48km/h

Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is the hottest month in London historically?

July is historically London's hottest month, with average maximum temperatures around 28°C. During peak heatwave events, the highest recorded temperatures have reached 37°C on 2026-07-03.

2. What is the coldest month in London historically?

January is London's coldest month, with average minimum temperatures around -6°C. The all-time record low of -28°C was recorded on 2014-01-28.

3. What is the average annual rainfall in London over the past 17 years?

London's average annual rainfall is approximately 1247.5mm, based on records spanning 17 years.

4. How many rainy days does London experience on average per year?

London historically records approximately 186.2 rainy days per year. June has the highest number of rain days at an average of 17.1 days.

5. What is the all-time highest temperature ever recorded in London?

The all-time highest temperature recorded in London is 37°C on 2026-07-03.

6. What is the all-time lowest temperature ever recorded in London?

The all-time lowest temperature recorded in London is -28°C on 2014-01-28.

7. What is the windiest time of year in London historically?

London experiences its strongest winds during March. The historic gust record of 59.9 kph was recorded on 2025-04-03.

8. What is the highest and lowest humidity in London during a year?

Usually, London's humidity peaks in January at around 81.7% and drops to its lowest in October at approximately 72.6%.