01Weather
London weather in July
Afternoons in July average 22.4 °C (72 °F) and nights cool to 13.6 °C (56 °F). The month brings about 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with June it is 1.5 °C warmer; August is 0.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 28 °C / 82 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 18 °C / 65 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 51 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 1.6 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 35.5 °C / 8.1 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 04:47 | 21:21 | 16.6 h |
| 15 July | 05:01 | 21:11 | 16.2 h |
| 31 July | 05:23 | 20:50 | 15.5 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 66 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/London).
03Crowds
How busy London is in July
very busy The main sights are very busy in July. What drives it:
- Wimbledon finals
- school summer holidays begin
- peak international arrivals
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
No public holidays in United Kingdom fall in July, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in London in July
Every year in July
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BBC Proms | mid-July to September, Royal Albert Hall | music |
07Packing
What to pack for London in July
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is peak season: Wimbledon finals in the first fortnight, the Proms beginning at the Royal Albert Hall in mid-July, and school holidays starting in the third week. Heatwaves above 30 °C occur most years now, and the deep Tube lines have no air conditioning, so plan outdoor days for the mornings and museums for the afternoons. Book major attractions and West End shows ahead, especially for weekends.
The Buckingham Palace State Rooms open to visitors from mid-July until the end of September, the one window to see inside. Hampstead Heath's swimming ponds and the lidos at Brockwell and London Fields are the local answer to heat. Hotel rates are at their highest of the year alongside August. Rain falls on about nine days, usually as evening showers. Daylight is still past fifteen hours at the start of the month and the sunset moves from after nine to around half past eight by the end.
09Compare
London month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7 °C | 2 °C | 11 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| February | 9 °C | 4 °C | 11 | – | quiet | Mixed |
| March | 11 °C | 4 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 14 °C | 5 °C | 7 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 17 °C | 8 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| June | 21 °C | 12 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 22 °C | 14 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 22 °C | 14 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 19 °C | 12 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 15 °C | 9 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 10 °C | 6 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Good |
| December | 8 °C | 4 °C | 11 | – | busy | Mixed |
Not sure about July? See the best time to visit London.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Paris in July | 25 °C | 10 |
| Amsterdam in July | 22 °C | 10 |
| Dublin in July | 21 °C | 13 |
| Copenhagen in July | 21 °C | – |
| Prague in July | 26 °C | 10 |
| Venice in July | 29 °C | 7 |
11FAQ
London in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit London?
July is a good month to visit London. Daytime highs average 22 °C (72 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are very busy.
What is the weather like in London in July?
Expect mild days around 22 °C (72 °F) and nights near 14 °C (56 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 28 °C, and one in ten stays below 18 °C.
Does it rain a lot in London in July?
July brings about 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by London standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in London in July?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is London crowded in July?
The main sights are very busy in July. Main drivers: Wimbledon finals; school summer holidays begin; peak international arrivals.
What time does it get dark in London in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 21:11 and rises at 05:01, giving 16.2 hours of daylight.