February · United Kingdom
Best time to visit London in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in London in February
Average temperature 7°C, 58 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.1/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in London scores 5.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 7°C, 58 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A historic capital of theatres, museums, and rain-kissed culture, where mild summers invite leisurely strolls through its storied streets.
February in London — middling scores, decent value
Expect 7°C (44°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 58 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.1/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in London — 4.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in London in February?
- In February, London averages 7°C, 58 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is February a good time to visit London?
- February earns a 5.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in London in February?
- Expect about 58 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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