London could be set for a magical and rare meteorological treat this festive season, with long-range forecasts predicting the possibility of snow on Christmas Day.
Festive Flurries Forecast for the Capital
According to the latest monthly outlook from AccuWeather, there is a chance of snow in London on December 25th, 2025. The forecast suggests the capital could see approximately 0.1 mm of snow, with conditions described as "cloudy with rain and snow at times, becoming all rain."
While the predicted accumulation is light, any snowfall on the day itself would be a notable event. Temperatures are expected to reach highs of around 7°C, though it will feel closer to 4°C. The window for snow appears to be brief, likely occurring early in the day before turning to rain.
A Rare Winter Wonderland
A genuine white Christmas, defined by snow falling on December 25th, is a rarity in London. The last officially recorded instance was 15 years ago in 2010. Since then, wintry weather has largely avoided the capital on the day itself, despite occasional flurries in the surrounding weeks.
This means if Londoners were to spot flakes drifting over Trafalgar Square or dusting the city's rooftops this Christmas morning, it would be a truly special sight.
Chilly Start to the New Year
The potential for festive snow doesn't end on Christmas Day. The same long-range forecast indicates wintry conditions may return as London rings in 2026.
For New Year's Day (1st January), the prediction is for a mix of snow and rain in the afternoon, following a morning shower. The forecast currently shows 0.4mm of snow alongside 3.3mm of rain, with temperatures potentially dipping to a chilly -1°C.
While significant snowdrifts or snowman-building on the South Bank remain unlikely, the forecasts offer Londoners a hopeful glimpse of the white stuff to bookend the holiday period. Residents are advised to wrap up warm and keep a watchful eye on the skies for what could be a pair of picturesque winter days.
