General James Wolfe Statue Monument
Statue of General James Wolfe in Greenwich
Statue of General James Wolfe in Greenwich Park, London. History-minded visitors include it on walks around the park, the Royal Observatory and nearby maritime sites.
General James Wolfe Statue at a Glance#
How to Get to General James Wolfe Statue#
The statue is located on the Greenwich/Thames riverfront in London and is easily reached by riverboat, DLR, or National Rail to Greenwich station, followed by a short riverside walk.
Tips for Visiting General James Wolfe Statue#
- Visit at dusk for dramatic lighting across the river and careful cityscapes from the statue's vantage point.
- Bring a camera with image stabilization for low-light shots - the area can be shaded and the best photos require steadiness.
- Combine the visit with a walk along the River Thames to place the statue within the broader naval and imperial geography it evokes.
Best Time to Visit General James Wolfe Statue#
Statue viewing is best in shoulder seasons for comfortable walking and clear light.
Spring/Summer
April-September · 10-22°C
Longer daylight and lively riverbank activity make for pleasant visits.
Autumn
September-November · 5-15°C
Clearer light and cooler temperatures highlight sculptural details in relief.
Weather & Climate near General James Wolfe Statue#
Climate
General James Wolfe Statue's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (627 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 43
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 64 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 1° | 40 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 47 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 44 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 48 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 53 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 41 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 49 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 56 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 61 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 63 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 61 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
