Climate of Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Brighton and Hove. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Brighton and Hove, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.5°C / 40.1°F in January to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July, with rainfall from 41 mm / 1.6 in to 99 mm / 3.9 in depending on the season (815 mm / 32.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.5°C40.1°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| February | 4.5°C40.1°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| March | 6.2°C43.2°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| April | 7.9°C46.2°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 11.4°C52.5°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| June | 14.1°C57.4°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 16.5°C61.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.4°C61.5°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| September | 14°C57.2°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| October | 10.8°C51.4°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| November | 7.2°C45°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| December | 5.4°C41.7°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Brighton and Hove?
The best months to visit Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom for sunny, dry weather are July. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 16.5°C / 61.7°F, and the driest is July with about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Brighton and Hove?
Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.5°C / 40.1°F in January to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 815 mm / 32.1 in, with the wettest month being December (99 mm / 3.9 in) and the driest July (41 mm / 1.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Brighton and Hove?
The hottest month in Brighton and Hove is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.5°C / 61.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Brighton and Hove?
The coldest month in Brighton and Hove is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.5°C / 40.1°F.
When does it rain most in Brighton and Hove?
The wettest month in Brighton and Hove is December, averaging about 99 mm / 3.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 41 mm / 1.6 in.