London weather in February (Greater London, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in London during February? This guide provides all the details you need.

In February, London generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

London in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 78 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit London. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized London climate page with graphs.

 

London, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 78 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in February

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in London in February?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in London.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United Kingdom? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United Kingdom. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.