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The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Orpington is 27 inches.

Overall, Orpington is known for its college atmosphere, breweries, and parks. Major attractions include O2 Arena, Tower of London, and London Eye. Get out into nature with places like Kent Downs, Priory Gardens, and High Elms Country Park. Cultural attractions include Down House, The British Museum, and National Maritime Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Orpington in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London City Airport (LCY), 9.5 mi (15.3 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Gatwick Airport (LGW), located 19 mi (30.6 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Orpington Station, Chelsfield Station, or St Mary Cray Station.