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London

London: packing for walks and public transport

Walking shoes and rain protection for the forecast. Plan with TfL Go and prepare fare payment separately.

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London Packing List: Type G Adapters, Rain and City Evenings

For London sightseeing, museums and theatre evenings. Use layers for changeable weather and check the UK’s separate entry process. The apps tab explains purposes and usage conditions.

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London Packing List: Type G Adapters, Rain and City Evenings

For London sightseeing, museums and theatre evenings. Use layers for changeable weather and check the UK’s separate entry process.

Updated:

Monthly regional climate
Monthly regional climate
MonthRegional conditions
JanWinter; prepare for cold rain and chill.
FebCold season; gloves and a warm jacket.
MarEarly spring can still feel cold.
AprSpring; combine rainwear with layers.
MayWarmer days; still carry a layer.
JunEarly summer; light clothing and rain protection.
JulWarm summer; allow for hot days too.
AugSummer; keep rainwear and an evening layer.
SepEarly autumn; adjust layers into the evening.
OctAutumn; jacket and rain protection.
NovLate autumn; shorter daylight and colder outings.
DecWinter; insulate and expect wet pavements.
Met Office — location-specific long-term averages (London area) Checked:

Destination packing

Trip length

Without laundry: underwear and socks for each day plus a spare; tops reused for two days. Pack extra tops for hot weather or change daily as needed.

Basic packing

Transport and entry restrictions

UK visa and ETA checks

Use the UK government nationality-specific checker. Keep application details consistent with the passport and distinguish UK requirements from EU arrangements.

UK government — visa checker Checked:

Flights: power banks

Keep power banks in cabin baggage, protect terminals and prevent damage; remove them if a bag is gate-checked. FAA guidance uses 100Wh as the general lithium-ion battery threshold. Your airline may impose stricter power-bank quantity, capacity, use and charging rules; verify your actual carrier before travel.

FAA PackSafe — lithium batteries Checked:

Flights: cabin liquids

At standard US TSA checkpoints, ordinary cabin liquids use containers no larger than 100mL in one clear quart-size bag. Departure and transit airports can have different rules and exceptions, including medicines, infant supplies and duty-free purchases. Check your actual airports; ship rules are separate.

TSA — travel checklist Checked:

Questions before you pack

Does a plug adapter make a Japanese appliance usable?

Check the device’s input voltage and 50Hz support as well as plug shape. Do not directly connect Japanese 100V-only heating appliances; consider accommodation equipment.

What should I check for entry?

Visa or ETA requirements depend on nationality, purpose and immigration status. Use the UK government checker and verify passport validity throughout your stay. Schengen arrangements do not establish UK entry permission.

Will a continental European adapter work?

London uses type G. Do not force a C/F plug into a socket; use a compatible G connection and verify the device input label.

Should I pack a jacket in summer?

A light layer helps on cool days and evenings; choose something removable for hot weather.