August Rainfall and Precipitation in West Sussex

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in West Sussex, the United Kingdom in August.

West Sussex, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences in August precipitation ranging from a moderate 66 mm (2.6 in) in Petworth to a moderate 73 mm (2.9 in) in Horley. August is a summer month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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West Sussex precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does West Sussex, the United Kingdom receive in August?

In August, Chichester typically receives modest rainfall, around 70 mm (2.8 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in West Sussex, the United Kingdom in August?

Chichester sees roughly 11 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in West Sussex, the United Kingdom?

Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in West Sussex, the United Kingdom.

What is the wettest city in August in West Sussex, the United Kingdom?

In our database, Horley stands out as having an average rainfall level of 73 mm (2.9 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in West Sussex, the United Kingdom?

Petworth is the driest city we have data for in West Sussex, the United Kingdom in August, with monthly rainfall close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

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