United Kingdom London Weather in June — Climate Guide
June in London is Excellent
June is Excellent for London.
Peak London — sunshine through 9pm, parks full of picnickers, all major events running. Trooping the Colour (mid-June, the King's official birthday parade), Royal Ascot (Berkshire, 1 hour by train, the most prestigious horse-race meeting in the UK with strict morning dress code), Pride in London weekend (late June). Hotel prices at premium — book 3 months ahead.
Travel score
Early summer + Trooping the Colour + longest day
June Weather at a Glance
June averages 68°F / 20°C highs and 54°F / 12°C lows — early summer. 9 rainy days, 45mm. Humidity 70% + 7 hours of sunshine. 16-hour daylight (sunrise 4:45 AM, sunset 9:20 PM). Year's longest day + best season.
June Travel Advice
Short sleeves + cardigan + walking shoes + SPF 30. 1st Saturday of June Trooping the Colour (King's Official Birthday Parade, started 1748, royal parade, #1 event) signature. Wimbledon (last week of June - first week of July, tennis Grand Slam) starts late June.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Memorial Day + long-daylight warm season — Asia-London $1,050-1,750 round-trip. Korean short-vacation + June weekdays value.
June Pricing Trends
Peak — Covent Garden 3-star $280-490/night. Trooping the Colour + Wimbledon 1-week hotels rise.
London June Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
7
45mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Mild
UV Index
6
High
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
15°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
June Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for June
June Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Longest daylight (4:45am-9:21pm sunset on June 21)
- Trooping the Colour spectacle
- Open-air theater (Regent's Park, Globe)
Cons
- Hotel prices at peak
- Royal event crowds need ticketed viewing
- Tube heat (no AC)
June Events & Festivals
- Trooping the Colour (mid-June)
- Royal Ascot (mid-June)
- Wimbledon starts (late June)
- Pride in London (late June)
London in June — Full Picture
Peak London — sunshine through 9pm, parks full of picnickers, all major events running. Trooping the Colour (mid-June, the King's official birthday parade), Royal Ascot (Berkshire, 1 hour by train, the most prestigious horse-race meeting in the UK with strict morning dress code), Pride in London weekend (late June). Hotel prices at premium — book 3 months ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts during day, light layer for evenings. Sunscreen and sunglasses required. Most London Tube lines have no AC — bring water on the Central, Northern, Piccadilly lines.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
14°C
6.3°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current21.7°C
13.3°C
6.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
15°C
8°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8.3°C
2.3°C
10.3/mo
London Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8° | 2° | 11d·55mm | 1.5h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 2° | 9d·40mm | 2h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 9d·40mm | 3.5h | 73% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 9d·45mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 8d·45mm | 6.5h | 68% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| June (Best) | 20° | 12° | 7d·45mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 23° | 14° | 6d·45mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 7d·50mm | 6.5h | 66% | 5 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 19° | 11° | 8d·50mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| 15° | 8° | 10d·70mm | 3.5h | 76% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 5° | 10d·65mm | 2h | 79% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·55mm | 1.5h | 81% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is June a good time to visit London?
London in June is Excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in London in June?
London June averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in London in June?
London June averages 45mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in London in June?
T-shirts during day, light layer for evenings. Sunscreen and sunglasses required. Most London Tube lines have no AC — bring water on the Central, Northern, Piccadilly lines.
What time are sunrise and sunset in London in June?
London June sunrise is 04:45 and sunset is 21:20, with 16h 35m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in London in June?
London June air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in London in June?
In June, London is great for Trooping the Colour, Royal Ascot, Wimbledon queues (last week).
Is June peak season in London?
London June crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.