Travelling to London in August: weather, visa and cost

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Last updated 19 October 2026

Weather in August

  • 21°High
  • 14°Low
  • 11.1 daysof rain

An acceptable time to go August is a fair time to go: check the weather details before you book.

In August the average high is 21°C and the low 14°C, with about 11.1 rainy days.

Visa for Gulf passports

  • SaudiElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source
  • EmiratiElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source
  • KuwaitiElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source
  • QatariElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source
  • BahrainiElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source
  • OmaniElectronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months. Reviewed by hand on 19 October 2026 · Official source

Estimated cost for 7 nights

  • CoupleAbout 7,900 to 14,800 SAR without flights. Travellers: 2, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.
  • FamilyAbout 12,000 to 26,400 SAR without flights. Travellers: 5, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.

Without flights: lodging, food, getting around and activities. Rounded, from stored price levels.

Direct flights from Saudi Arabia

  • Abu Dhabi (AUH) · about 7.7 hours · 28 flights a week
  • Bahrain (Manama) (BAH) · about 6.9 hours · 17 flights a week
  • Dammam (DMM) · about 6.8 hours · 3 flights a week
  • Doha (DOH) · about 7.3 hours · 64 flights a week
  • Dubai (DXB) · about 7.7 hours · 84 flights a week
  • Jeddah (JED) · about 6.5 hours · 11 flights a week
  • Kuwait City (KWI) · about 6.8 hours · 8 flights a week
  • Muscat (MCT) · about 7.9 hours · 11 flights a week
  • Riyadh (RUH) · about 7 hours · 24 flights a week

Questions travellers ask

What is the weather like in London in August?

In August the average high is 21°C and the low 14°C, with about 11.1 rainy days.

Is August a good time to visit London?

August is a fair time to go: check the weather details before you book.

Does a Saudi passport need a visa for London?

Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before travel, not a visa. Stay up to 6 months.

Are there direct flights from Saudi Arabia to London?

Yes, direct flights from Abu Dhabi, Bahrain (Manama), Dammam, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Muscat, Riyadh, in about 6.5 hours.

How much do 7 nights in London cost?

About 7,900 to 14,800 SAR without flights. Travellers: 2, nights: 7, spend level: mid-range.

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