Temperature in East Sussex in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in East Sussex, the United Kingdom this August.

East Sussex, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Eastbourne to 23°C (73°F) in Northiam. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Northiam and 16°C (61°F) in Eastbourne. August falls during the summer season. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in East Sussex, the United Kingdom.

What is the temperature of the different cities in East Sussex, the United Kingdom in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in East Sussex. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in East Sussex in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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East Sussex temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in East Sussex, the United Kingdom in August?

Daytime temperatures in Brighton & Hove typically peak at 20°C (68°F) in August, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in East Sussex, the United Kingdom in August?

After dark, Brighton & Hove cools to about 15°C (59°F) on an average August night.

What is the warmest city in August in East Sussex, the United Kingdom?

According to our recent database analysis, Northiam is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 23°C (73°F) and rarely drops below 14°C (57°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in August in East Sussex, the United Kingdom?

For the month of August, Eastbourne is the most temperate city in East Sussex, the United Kingdom based on our records. Highs average 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 16°C (61°F).

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 17°C (63°F) in Brighton & Hove this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.

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