Best Time to Visit London Gatwick Airport
Best time to visit London Gatwick Airport: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit London Gatwick Airport
Go in May, June, July, August and September. 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 | 45° | 35° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 43° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 54° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 57° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 53° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How London Gatwick Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against London Gatwick Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 23 mi | 54°F | +33°F warmer | 37 in |
| Kensington | 24 mi | 55°F | +34°F warmer | 28 in |
| Greenwich | 24 mi | 55°F | +34°F warmer | 28 in |
| Westminster | 24 mi | 55°F | +34°F warmer | 28 in |
| Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament | 24 mi | 55°F | +34°F warmer | 28 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 57°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
London Gatwick Airport is an airport in Sussex. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in London Gatwick Airport with clear sky. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 53°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 39%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit London Gatwick Airport is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 25 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 7.2°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in London Gatwick Airport today at 8.8/10. 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 London Gatwick Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:41 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 53°
Overcast · 10% rain · wind 7 mph
🌥️ 70° / 50°
Fog · 2% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in London Gatwick Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around London Gatwick Airport.
Quick facts about London Gatwick Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| County | Sussex |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°9′13.3″N 0°10′55.6″W (51.1537, -0.1821) |
| IATA code | LGW |
| Local time | 8:41 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is London Gatwick Airport?
London Gatwick Airport is an airport in Sussex. Its coordinates are 51.1537, -0.1821. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in London Gatwick Airport right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 96% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit London Gatwick Airport?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in London Gatwick Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is London Gatwick Airport in?
London Gatwick Airport observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:41 PM.
What is the nearest airport to London Gatwick Airport?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 25 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 191 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 202 mi away.
What are the top things to do in London Gatwick Airport?
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 (airports) - 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 October 1, 2026 at 8:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
