East Sussex Weather & Climate: the United Kingdom

Climate by month across East Sussex, the United Kingdom, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of East Sussex

When planning a visit to East Sussex in the United Kingdom, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 9°C (48°F) in February up to 20°C (68°F) during the peak of August. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Brighton & Hove, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in East Sussex during July and August is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 20°C (68°F).

The colder period typically falls in the months of January and February.

When it comes to rainfall, East Sussex sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while May is much drier with just 53 mm (2.1 in).

Explore East Sussex by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in East Sussex — and find the best time to visit. (based on Brighton & Hove)

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Brighton & Hove Eastbourne Hastings Rye Crawley Westfield
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Climate map of East Sussex

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Brighton & Hove 9°C (48°F) 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 914 mm (36 in)
Eastbourne 9°C (48°F) 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 16°C (61°F) 940 mm (37 in)
Hastings 9°C (48°F) 21°C (70°F) 4°C (39°F) 15°C (59°F) 855 mm (34 in) 1,577 hours
Rye 9°C (48°F) 22°C (72°F) 4°C (39°F) 15°C (59°F) 760 mm (30 in) 1,577 hours
Crawley 9°C (48°F) 22°C (72°F) 3°C (37°F) 14°C (57°F) 778 mm (31 in)
Westfield 9°C (48°F) 22°C (72°F) 4°C (39°F) 15°C (59°F) 813 mm (32 in) 1,577 hours

Places in East Sussex, the United Kingdom

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