Geography of Kent
Geography of Kent: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Kent
Greenwich is 27 mi to the north-west, Tower of London is 30 mi to the north-west, Shoreditch is 31 mi to the north-west and London Gatwick Airport is 32 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 51°16′43.3″N 0°31′18.1″E (51.2787, 0.5217)
Quick facts about Kent
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°16′43.3″N 0°31′18.1″E (51.2787, 0.5217) |
| Population | 1.850.000 |
| Local time | 8:10 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Kent is a county in England. Kent is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.9 million.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Kent with clear sky. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 61°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Kent 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 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 32 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 3.1°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Kent today at 9.8/10. 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.
Climate in Kent 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° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 43° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 55° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 74° | 58° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 72° | 57° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 68° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kent?
Kent is a county in England. Its coordinates are 51.2787, 0.5217. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Kent right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 49% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kent?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Kent, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kent in?
Kent observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:10 PM.
How many people live in Kent?
Kent has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Kent?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 32 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 44 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 181 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kent?
Popular options include Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, British Museum, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 8:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
