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London weather in 2006

In 2006, the average daily high in London was 14.7°C, 0.5° warmer than the 1991-2020 climate normal (14.2°C). 626 mm of rain fell that year, making it drier than average (649 mm), with 2793 hours of sunshine.

Measured in London. Source: Open-Meteo historical data (ERA5 reanalysis).

Records of 2006

Warmest day: 19 Jul 2006, 31.5°C
Coldest night: 4 Mar 2006, -5°C
Wettest day: 27 Jul 2006, 22.5 mm

Day counts for 2006

Frost days (low below 0°C): 31
Ice days (high below 0°C): 0
Warm days (high 25°C or above): 24
Hot days (high 30°C or above): 1

Compared with the climate normal (1991-2020)

The climate normal for London over the 1991-2020 reference period is an average daily high of 14.2°C, 649 mm of rain and 2737 hours of sunshine per year. 2006 differed by 0.5° in temperature and 23 mm in rainfall.

Frequently asked questions

Was 2006 warmer or cooler than average in London?
2006 was 0.5° warmer than the 1991-2020 climate normal, with an average daily high of 14.7°C compared to a normal of 14.2°C.

How much rain fell in London in 2006?
London recorded 626 mm of rain in total in 2006, compared to a climate normal of 649 mm.

What was the warmest day of 2006 in London?
The warmest day of 2006 was 19 Jul 2006, reaching 31.5°C in London.

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