Climate of Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Southend-on-Sea. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Southend-on-Sea, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in February to 17.4°C / 63.3°F in August, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in to 55 mm / 2.2 in depending on the season (536 mm / 21.1 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 | 4.7°C40.5°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| February | 4.6°C40.3°F | 31 mm1.2″ | — |
| March | 6.6°C43.9°F | 39 mm1.5″ | — |
| April | 8.3°C46.9°F | 36 mm1.4″ | — |
| May | 11.7°C53.1°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| June | 14.9°C58.8°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.4°C63.3°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 14.7°C58.5°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11.1°C52°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| November | 7.3°C45.1°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 5.5°C41.9°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Southend-on-Sea?
The best months to visit Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom for sunny, dry weather are July, August, September. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 17.4°C / 63.3°F, and the driest is February with about 31 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Southend-on-Sea?
Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in February to 17.4°C / 63.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 536 mm / 21.1 in, with the wettest month being November (55 mm / 2.2 in) and the driest February (31 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Southend-on-Sea?
The hottest month in Southend-on-Sea is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Southend-on-Sea?
The coldest month in Southend-on-Sea is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.6°C / 40.3°F.
When does it rain most in Southend-on-Sea?
The wettest month in Southend-on-Sea is November, averaging about 55 mm / 2.2 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 31 mm / 1.2 in.