Essex Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Essex, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C (37°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 18°C (64°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Essex experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1257 mm (49 in) of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Essex enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 131 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation, while in September, Essex receives about 82 mm (3.2 in). For more details, please visit our Essex Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Essex can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 10.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Essex.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 72%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year