Capital of England since the Roman founding of Londinium in 43 AD, London has been the center of a global empire, a crucible of democracy, and a world financial capital. The Tower of London (1066), Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace anchor its royal history. Its museums — British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern — are among the world's greatest and are free to enter.
Nights sit around 12°C and afternoons around 21°C, though some days reach 25°C.
London has real seasons: summer afternoons sit around 24°C, winter ones around 9°C.
Some summer days reach 30°C, and some winter nights drop below freezing.
Rain is spread through the year: about 12 days in 30 in October, the wettest month, and 9 in February.
Air quality is worth watching: February averages an AQI of 57, while July clears to 35.
Days stretch to about 16.4 hours of light in June and shrink to 7.6 in December — something to weigh if you work to a fixed timezone.
No month in London matches what you're after, so come for the place rather than the weather. Expect fast internet (283 Mbps) and a high cost of living (about €3200 a month).
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