London, Ontario Weather
London, Ontario — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for London in Middlesex.
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About London, Ontario
London is a city in Middlesex, Ontario, Canada. With a population of 422,324, London is a major urban centre in Ontario. London is located at 42.9675°N, 81.2325°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: N6C.
London rests upon a landscape defined by the persistent, winding presence of the Thames River, which shapes the low-lying terrain near the Cobble Hills. It lies 21.1 km north of St. Thomas, ON (from St. Thomas, ON: bearing 350°T), and is situated 12.2 km south-east of Ettrick. The air here holds a distinct moisture during the autumn months, catching the silvered light of late afternoons as it settles over the land. Beyond the immediate banks, the Westminster Ponds Natural Area offers a quiet refuge where the earth feels soft and damp underfoot, providing a stark contrast to the paved arteries that connect the urban core. Nearby, The Cove remains a focal point of the local geography, anchoring the visual horizon where the water lingers in the shallow depressions of the basin. The early development of London followed the natural logic of the river, which served as a primary conduit for movement and settlement in the nineteenth century. Colonists and surveyors recognized the strategic value of the forks, establishing a seat of government that prioritized accessibility to the surrounding fertile plains. The growth of London accelerated as rail lines intersected with the traditional water routes, turning a nascent administrative outpost into a central hub for commerce. Even now, the older brick structures downtown retain a weight and permanence, standing as physical reminders of the initial ambition that drew people to settle along the banks of the Thames River. The economy of London thrives through a blend of manufacturing, health care, and professional services that serve the broader regional population. Many industries here operate with a focus on precision, drawing from a local workforce that maintains a steady, industrious output. The presence of significant academic institutions, such as Western University and Fanshawe College, provides a constant infusion of intellectual energy and specialized training that sustains the local market. As a center for southwestern operations, London functions as a reliable anchor, balancing the demands of modern commerce with the practical requirements of a regional supply chain. Cultural life in London finds expression through a variety of annual events and a long-standing appreciation for the arts, often drawing residents to public spaces during the warmer months. Notable figures have emerged from the local scene, including the actor Ryan Gosling and the writer Alice Munro, both of whom spent formative years engaging with the surroundings of this region. The Westminster Ponds Natural Area and the trails along the Thames River provide common ground for citizens to gather, fostering a shared connection to the physical environment. Whether attending a performance or walking the paths near the water, those who inhabit London contribute to a character defined by a quiet, persistent engagement with the land.
Live animated radar for London and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-19 GEOCOLOR — Canada / Northern U.S. sector. Auto-refreshes every 10 minutes on page reload. Frames the whole country from Newfoundland to the BC coast, plus adjacent Pacific and Atlantic storm approaches.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 · Public domain · Sector code can (Canada / Northern U.S.) · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | London, Middlesex, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 42.9675°N, 81.2325°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | N6C |
| Area Code | 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This London, Ontario Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for London, Ontario, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for London includes coordinates 42.967500°N, 81.232500°W, situated in Middlesex. Postal FSA: N6C. Telephone area code: 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905. Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.