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Is the climate in UK good?
General Climate Conditions The UK has a reputation for having cold, wet and dreary weather. Although this may be true for some times of the year, the UK is actually much better than most think – and can have some great weather during the summer months.
Why is the UK climate temperate?
The British Isles undergo very small temperature variations. This is due to its proximity to the Atlantic, which acts as a temperature buffer, warming the Isles in winter and cooling them in summer. Coastal areas tend to be more temperate than inland areas, as the influence of the ocean is less acute.
Which climate is also called as British climate?
British Type Climate or Cool Temperate Western Margin Climate or North-West European Maritime Climate. The cool temperate western margins are under the influence of the Westerlies all-round the year. They are the regions of frontal cyclonic activity [Temperate Cyclones].
What type of climate is London UK?
Climate of London. Modern London has the equable climate of South East England, with mild winters and temperate summers. The average daytime air temperature is 52 °F (11 °C), with 42 °F (5.5 °C) in January and 65 °F (18 °C) in July.
Why is UK weather so cold?
The UK is mostly under the influence of the maritime polar air mass from the north-west. The south and south-east of England are the least exposed to polar air masses from the north-west, and on occasion see continental tropical air masses from the south, which bring warm dry air in the summer.
How wet is the UK?
England
hideEngland weather averages | ||
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Month | Jan | Year |
Sunshine hours | 54.2 | 1492.7 |
Rainfall mm (inches) | 82.9 (3.3) | 854.8 (33.7) |
Rainfall ≥ 1 mm days | 13.2 | 132.8 |
Does it snow in London UK?
Winters in London are generally cold and often rainy. At Heathrow, on average, some snow/sleet occurs on average on 12 days during the winter season November to April. Fortunately, the snow does not stay on the ground very long, most of the time it melts away very quickly.