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East Sussex temperatures in May

East Sussex is a region in the United Kingdom. In May the average maximum daytime temperatures are moderate and range from 15°C in Eastbourne to 18°C in East Grinstead. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in East Grinstead and 10°C in Eastbourne.

What is the temperature of the different cities in East Sussex in May?

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in East Sussex on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in East Sussex?
  • East Grinstead tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 9°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in East Sussex?
  • Our database indicates that in May, Eastbourne is the city with the coolest temperatures in East Sussex. You can expect daytime highs of 15°C and nighttime lows close to 10°C.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 12°C in Brighton & Hove this month, so not the best month to swim.

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