City in East Sussex, United Kingdom
Brighton weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Brighton
Jun–Sep is warmest for the beach; Pride in early August is the busiest weekend. Winters are mild but windy and grey.
Brighton weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°78 mm
- Feb8°62 mm
- Mar10°54 mm
- Apr13°43 mm
- May16°52 mm
- Jun19°52 mm
- Jul21°58 mm
- Aug21°66 mm
- Sep19°47 mm
- Oct15°82 mm
- Nov11°86 mm
- Dec8°84 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C46°F | 3°C38°F | 78 mm | 91% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | 3°C37°F | 62 mm | 89% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 4°C38°F | 54 mm | 87% | Cold |
| April | 13°C55°F | 6°C42°F | 43 mm | 83% | Cool |
| May | 16°C61°F | 8°C47°F | 52 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 19°C66°F | 12°C53°F | 52 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 14°C56°F | 58 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 14°C57°F | 66 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C66°F | 12°C53°F | 47 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 15°C60°F | 10°C49°F | 82 mm | 86% | Cool |
| November | 11°C52°F | 7°C44°F | 86 mm | 90% | Cool |
| December | 8°C47°F | 4°C40°F | 84 mm | 92% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Brighton?
May–Jul, Sep. Jun–Sep is warmest for the beach; Pride in early August is the busiest weekend. Winters are mild but windy and grey.
When is the rainy season in Brighton?
Rain peaks in November with about 86 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Brighton?
July, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Brighton get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 3°C (37°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Brighton
- Brighton & Hove Buses
- University Hospitals Sussex
- Gatwick Airport
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.