Geography of Sussex
Geography of Sussex: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Sussex
London Heathrow Airport is 37 mi to the north, Hampshire is 38 mi to the west, Kensington is 41 mi to the north and Notting Hill is 42 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 50°55′40.8″N 0°27′42.1″W (50.928, -0.4617)
Quick facts about Sussex
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 50°55′40.8″N 0°27′42.1″W (50.928, -0.4617) |
| Population | 1.700.000 |
| Local time | 5:35 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Sussex
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Sussex
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Sussex is a county in England. Sussex is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.7 million.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Sussex with drizzle. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 60°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Sussex 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 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 20 mi away. Nearby highlights include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, British Museum and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 5.4°F above the 71°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Sussex today at 9.7/10. 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 Sussex 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° | 36° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 41° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 44° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 49° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 73° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 56° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 54° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 50° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 42° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sussex?
Sussex is a county in England. Its coordinates are 50.928, -0.4617. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Sussex right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 93% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sussex?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Sussex, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sussex in?
Sussex observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:35 AM.
How many people live in Sussex?
Sussex has a population of approximately 1.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Sussex?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 20 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 37 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 188 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sussex?
Popular options include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
What places are in Sussex?
Sussex covers 2 places in this atlas, including London Gatwick Airport and Brighton.
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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 26, 2026 at 5:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
