When did it last snow in London at Christmas?

According to the Met Office, the last time it snowed in London at Christmas was on December 20th 2015, when a snowfall of around two centimetres hit the capital. Snow was also recorded on Christmas Eve, though the snowfall wasn’t very significant.

When did it snow in central London at Christmas?

Christmas snow usually falls in the south of England, with an estimated 20-30cm lying on the capital’s streets. In order to avoid a festive white Christmas, you should ensure you have a pair of waterproof shoes and an umbrella. You should also wear plenty of warm clothing and carry food and water in case you spend some time off the main routes.

When did it last snow Christmas in London?

It was almost unheard of for snow to fall on Christmas in London until the 20th century. Snow was more likely to fall on Christmas Eve or Boxing Day. The last time snow fell on Christmas in London was in December 2015. The average amount of snow that usually falls on Christmas is 0.17cm.

When did it snow in London at Christmas

It’s not unheard of to see snow on the ground in London on Christmas Day, although the likelihood of this happening is actually quite low. If you are hoping to see a white Christmas, the weather forecast is not in your favour. The latest snow to fall in December in London was on 20 December 2018, and the coldest December on record was also in 2018.

When did it last snow in London at Christmas time?

It's hard to say exactly when it last snowed in London at Christmas. The Met Office has records of snow records for London stretching back to 1659, although the data is incomplete before 1950. If we look at the average snowfall for December, we can see that the average is between 5cm and 10cm. It's possible that snow has fallen at Christmas in every single year since 1659.