Geography of Brighton
Geography of Brighton: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Brighton
London Gatwick Airport is 23 mi to the north, Kent is 43 mi to the north-east, Greenwich is 46 mi to the north and Kensington is 47 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 50°49′21″N 0°8′13.9″W (50.8225, -0.1372)
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 | 1:55 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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 64°F (18°C) in Brighton with partly cloudy. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 56°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Brighton 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 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 October. The forecast high of 65°F is 4.5°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Brighton today at 9.4/10. 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 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 | 72° | 60° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 55° | 2,8 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).
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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 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 68% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brighton?
May, June, July, August and September 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 1:55 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 October 2, 2026 at 1:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
