Kew Green

Park Public green space adjacent to Kew Gardens

A short walk from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Green is a public common beside the Thames where people picnic, play cricket and move between Kew Bridge and Kew Gardens.

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Kew Green is a public village green in the district of Kew in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It functions as an open communal space at the heart of the Kew neighbourhood.

A central grassy square lined by trees, the green is bounded by residential and historic buildings and includes a cricket pitch used by local clubs. The space is used for informal recreation, local events and provides views across to Kew Palace and the botanic gardens on its eastern edge.

The green has long served as the community’s open space and sports ground, and its form and use reflect the area’s village character. Several listed and historic buildings face onto the green and contribute to the streetscape.

Kew Green sits within the Kew neighbourhood in west London, immediately west of the Royal Botanic Gardens and near Kew Gardens railway and underground stations.

  • Proximity to Kew Gardens: Sits immediately west of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, making it a convenient green space to visit before or after the gardens.
  • Cricket ground: Contains a traditional village cricket ground used by local clubs and occasional community events.
Kew Green
Kew Green, Kew, Richmond, London TW9
51.4848, -0.2879
Public space - open daily
Free

How to Get to Kew Green #

Kew Green sits on Kew Road (A307) in Richmond, west London. The nearest stations are Kew Gardens (London Underground District Line and London Overground) about a 5-10 minute walk, and Kew Bridge (National Rail) about 10-15 minutes on foot.

Tips for Visiting Kew Green #

  • Arrive before late afternoon to enjoy quieter green space and cafés on the north side.
  • Look for worn depressions in the grass near garden edges-these reveal long-standing pedestrian routes older than the paths.
  • Combine a visit with Kew Gardens across Kew Road to see contrasting historic landscapes.

Best Time to Visit Kew Green #

Kew Green is accessible year-round; spring and summer deliver the most agreeable weather and the liveliest local activity.

Spring
March-May · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Cherry trees and local gardens start to bloom; pleasant for picnics.
Summer
June-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warm and best for sitting on the grass; gets busier with local families and tourists.

Weather & Climate near Kew Green #

Climate

Kew Green'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 (607 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.7h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.9h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

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