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August in London: Notting Hill Carnival, warm, very busy

August brings warm weather, Notting Hill Carnival and some of London’s heaviest tourist crowds.

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August brings warm weather, Notting Hill Carnival and some of London’s heaviest tourist crowds.

The school holidays make August London's busiest tourist month. The Notting Hill Carnival at the August Bank Holiday weekend is Europe's largest street carnival and one of the great urban events anywhere. The city is alive and loud and joyful. If crowds are not your concern, August is genuinely great. If they are, come in September.

Peak seasonWarm, showery at timesPeak tourist season
Temperature
16-23°C
61-73°F
Rain
Warm, showery at times
Some showers
Crowds
Peak tourist season
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Summer clothes, umbrella for the inevitable showers. August in London brings warmth but also unpredictable rain.

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Flights to London

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Event signals this month

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cultural · Aug 29-31

Notting Hill Carnival

Europe’s largest street festival. West London, especially W10 and W11, transforms completely with major transport disruption and very high local demand.

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sport · Mid-Aug

Premier League season begins

Football season returns. Match tickets for top games at Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs and others require advance booking through club websites.

Gets busy
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Event dates sourced from official organisers and public tourism sources. Always verify before booking.