Essex is one of several regions in the United Kingdom, with temperatures that range from 8°C (46°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Southend-on-Sea, the region's most prominent 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 Essex during June, July, August and September is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 22°C (72°F).
The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February and December.
Precipitation in Essex remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 74 mm (2.9 in) in December to 50 mm (2 in) in March.
July is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.
