By Oshetisi Okagbare
London Climate & Weather
As of 2009, London is the ninth largest city in the world. It is located in southeast England, on the Thames River. Tourists should be aware of the climate and weather of London when preparing to travel to this popular destination.
Climate
London, England, is a temperate oceanic climate. London has four distinct seasons.
Warm Months
The weather in London is typically mild, not often reaching extreme temperatures. July and August are typically the warmest.
Cold Months
January and February are typically the coldest months, on average reaching temperatures ranging from 36° F to 46° F (2.2° C to 7.7° C).
Precipitation
Photo courtesy of Monica Arellano-Ongpin
Light precipitation can occur year-round in London. July and August usually receive the most rain. A few snowfalls are typical during the winter months.
Fun Fact
In February 2009, England received the heaviest snowfall since 1991. As of February 6th, parts of England had accumulated as much as 22 inches (56 centimeters) of snow.
About the Author:
Oshetisi Okagbare is a freelance writer who floats between Detroit, Atlanta and Boston. Okagbare has had work published on various websites. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Kennesaw State University.
Photo Credits:
Photos courtesy of: TJ Morris http://www.flickr.com/photos/timmorris/3103896345/, Monica Arellano-Ongpin http://www.flickr.com/photos/maong/2115850912/
