Best Time to Visit Brighton
Best time to visit Brighton: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Brighton
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Brighton month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 38° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 42° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 42° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 45° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 63° | 51° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 60° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 58° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 66° | 56° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 52° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 53° | 45° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 44° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Brighton compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Brighton.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | 23 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 32 in |
| Kent | 43 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 29 in |
| Greenwich | 46 mi | 54°F | about the same | 28 in |
| Kensington | 47 mi | 54°F | about the same | 29 in |
| Westminster | 47 mi | 54°F | about the same | 29 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Brighton is a city in Sussex. Brighton is known for the pier and the Lanes. It has a population of about 280.000.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Brighton with light showers. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 65°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 35%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Brighton is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 23 mi away. Nearby highlights include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, Tower of London and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is 2.9°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Brighton today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Brighton right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:08 AM, Aug 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 68° / 62°
Heavy drizzle · 79% rain · wind 23 mph
🌦️ 69° / 62°
Light drizzle · 63% rain · wind 16 mph
Things to do in Brighton
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Brighton.
Quick facts about Brighton
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Sussex |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 50°49′21″N 0°8′13.9″W (50.8225, -0.1372) |
| Population | 280.000 |
| Known for | the pier and the Lanes |
| Local time | 10:08 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brighton?
Brighton is a city in Sussex. Its coordinates are 50.8225, -0.1372. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Brighton right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with light showers. Humidity is 88% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brighton?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Brighton, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Brighton in?
Brighton observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:08 AM.
How many people live in Brighton?
Brighton has a population of approximately 280.000.
What is the nearest airport to Brighton?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 23 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 47 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 173 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Brighton?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, Tower of London, British Museum, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 26, 2026 at 10:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
