Landmark

Big Ben

London, United Kingdom

Best timeJun

Set inLondon, United Kingdom

In season~70°F high

Climate37–73°F

CurrencyGBP

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC+00:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Big Ben

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Sep. Go in Apr for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightApr · 41%

WarmestJul · 73°F

WettestOct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Big Ben: the Palace of Westminster and clock tower across the Thames

Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the Great Clock of Westminster, and, by extension, for the clock tower that stands at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. Originally named the Clock Tower, the structure was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The clock is a striking clock with five bells.

Best time to visit

Aim for Jun.

Big Ben: the clock tower and Parliament seen from Westminster Bridge on a bright day

Big Ben: a red double-decker bus passing below the clock tower

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Big Ben?

The best time to visit Big Ben is June, in London, United Kingdom.

Where is Big Ben?

Big Ben is in London, United Kingdom.

What is Big Ben known for?

Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the Great Clock of Westminster, and, by extension, for the clock tower that stands at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. Originally named the Clock Tower, the structure was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The clock is a striking clock with five bells.

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