Weather · January

London weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

London

January in London: changeable weather. Roughly 8h 7m of daylight, with light from about 07:57 to 16:04. January isn't peak season in London. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

London in January

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight8.1 h
Sun07:57–16:04
Seasonshoulder
What to do

London in January — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

This month: The January sales in the first weeks. West End theatres are open; many museums are free.

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Questions & answers

London in January — FAQ

Does it snow in London in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in London in January?
About 8h 7m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:57 and sets around 16:04. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit London?
January isn't peak season in London. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Plan the trip

London — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to London, every airline at once.

Rates in London shift daily. See what your night costs now.

About this page

Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation