Monthly climate guide
London weather in February
With highs near 8°C (46°F) and lows around 2°C (35°F), February feels cold in London. Rainfall averages about 51 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 3°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- London is usually about 5°C warmer than Fort William in February.
- Dress warmly for British Museum: short, cold days are the norm.
- Seasonally, February counts as late winter in London.
- February is among London's three coolest months.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
2°C
35°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
90%
relative
Sky
73%
cloud · often cloudy
London weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 35°F | 67 mm | 93% | 73% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 35°F | 51 mm | 90% | 73% |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 37°F | 48 mm | 85% | 71% |
| April | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 40°F | 42 mm | 81% | 66% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 50 mm | 78% | 69% |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 51°F | 66 mm | 78% | 72% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 57 mm | 75% | 67% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 66 mm | 77% | 72% |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 50°F | 46 mm | 80% | 65% |
| October | 15°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 75 mm | 87% | 72% |
| November | 11°C / 51°F | 5°C / 40°F | 71 mm | 92% | 74% |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | 3°C / 38°F | 83 mm | 94% | 75% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit London?
Our London guide recommends: May to September for the warmest, driest weather and the longest daylight hours.
Many of London's biggest museums — including the British Museum — are free to enter, though special exhibitions carry a charge.
Best time to visit London →Other United Kingdom cities in February
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London in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit London?
February is cool in London, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is London in February?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 2°C (35°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in London in February?
London typically gets around 51 mm of rain in February — some rain.
When is the best time to visit London?
May to September for the warmest, driest weather and the longest daylight hours.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around London (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.