{"id":5723,"date":"2022-02-01T15:03:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T15:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/?p=5723"},"modified":"2023-04-18T04:44:40","modified_gmt":"2023-04-18T03:44:40","slug":"best-time-to-visit-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/best-time-to-visit-london\/","title":{"rendered":"The best way to explore London by season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Are you trying to figure out which season is the best time to visit London? From enjoying galleries and museums in winter to chilling out in the Royal Parks in summer, here’s how to make the most out of each season in London.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n London’s weather seems to be the epitome of the old saying, “If you don’t like the weather, just wait five minutes”. Although it enjoys a mild climate and lacks the wild extremes found in other parts of the world, London has a reputation for unpredictable and highly changeable weather that is well-deserved. First, here are a few myth-busters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best time to visit London depends on what you’re looking for. For many, summer is the ideal season to walk around London, enjoying all the gardens and parks from dusk to dawn. Others love to take advantage of the quieter cold and rainy months, exploring the many museums and galleries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There’s no wrong time to visit London. The weather has its unique charm in each season, and there are good reasons to recommend a visit at any time of year. Here’s a little summary if you can’t make up your mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Highlights to enjoy in London by season:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While London is a great city to visit all year long, May-June is mild with much fewer tourists than July-September. London is also very Christmassy, so December is a good choice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n Bundle Up and Pack Your Woolies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The winter season in London:<\/strong> The temperatures in London from December to February are usually above freezing but rarely go higher than about 48F or 9C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Winter weather in London can be quite changeable, so make sure to pack accordingly and bring accessories such as hats, gloves, and boots to ensure that your visit is a pleasant one. Keep in mind that London is at the same latitude as Siberia, which might naturally lead you to think it would be a bitterly cold and inhospitable place, but happily, this is not the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to make the most out of London each season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What is the best time of the year to visit London?<\/h3>\n
Winter in London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n