No White Christmas in London – Just Mild and Cloudy Skies
Londoners hoping for a snowy Christmas are out of luck this year. The Met Office forecasts a mild day with cloudy skies and highs reaching 12°C. Forget frosty scenes – it’s the perfect weather for a festive stroll around Hyde Park or riverside walk along the Thames.
Christmas Day Weather Breakdown
- 6 am: Cloudy, 10°C
- 9 am: Cloudy, 10°C
- 12 pm: Cloudy, 11°C
- 3 pm: Overcast, 10°C
- 6 pm: Cloudy, 10°C
- 9 pm: Cloudy, 9°C
Sun rises at 8:06 am and sets early at 3:55 pm, so make the most of the daylight for your Christmas outings.
UK-Wide Festive Forecast: Wind, Rain and Some Snow in the North
Across the UK, expect typical winter conditions with strong westerly or northwesterly winds whipping up spells of rain and showers. Northern Scotland and parts of northern England, especially hillier areas, will see colder weather and some wintry showers or sleet.
Meanwhile, southern areas like London escape the chill, though temperatures are slightly cooler than recently.
What’s Next After Christmas?
Heading into the New Year, expect the weather to stay unsettled with westerly winds bringing more showers and gusty conditions. Scotland’s hills may get dusted with sleet and snow, but major snowfall across the UK remains unlikely.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Almond said: “Showers are possible almost anywhere with some sleet or snow at higher Scottish grounds. A strong breeze will make it feel colder, but significant snow across the UK isn’t expected.”
Stay tuned for detailed updates closer to the festive period to plan your Christmas and New Year activities with confidence.
