Should I pack a long winter puffer jacket for a trip to London, UK, from late October to early November?

The temperatures in London in October and November range from a low of 4-10 degrees Celsius to a high of 12-20 degrees Celsius, which is not cold enough to require a long winter puffer jacket. It is better to prepare a lightweight puffer jacket, fleece, or coat rather than a thick outer garment. You only need to pack extra items like Heattech or a thick coat if you are visiting the windy Liverpool area.

Which card can I use to pay for public transportation, such as the tube and buses, and to withdraw cash during a trip to the UK?

You can pay for all local public transportation in the UK, including the tube, buses, and trams, using a Travelog or Travel Wallet card. There is no need to exchange cash in advance in Korea, as you can use these cards to withdraw cash directly from local ATMs.

Is it useful to pack a shower filter and a folding umbrella for a trip to the UK?

Limescale in the UK's tap water cannot be filtered out by a shower filter, and replacing the showerhead with a filter poses a risk of malfunction due to gas boiler backflow, so it is better not to pack one. Also, since most rain in the UK is just a drizzle, locals rarely use umbrellas, so a folding umbrella is not really necessary either.

London Weather October & November 2026: Your Packing Guide

My husband and I recently enjoyed our honeymoon in the UK! While everyone warned us about the notoriously gloomy British weather, we actually had three gloriously sunny days during our trip. The rest of the time, however, it was typically rainy or overcast, with the sun making only brief appearances.

Our adventure took place from late October through early November in 2026, so this guide will be super helpful for anyone planning a trip to the UK during those autumn and early winter months!

London Weather in October & November, and What to Wear

Before we left, my husband kept insisting I pack a heavy winter puffer jacket, claiming the UK weather would be much colder than back home, a bone-chilling cold even! While I do tend to get cold easily, after checking the October London weather forecasts, I knew it wouldn't be cold enough for a full-on winter coat.

A bulky winter jacket would also be cumbersome for sightseeing, so we compromised on packing thermal layers (like Heattech), a coat, and a fleece jacket.