Sussex Travel Guide
Sussex travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 66°F (19°C) in Sussex with light drizzle. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 60°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - 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 77°F is 6.5°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 9.8/10. 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.
Map of Sussex
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 50°55′40.8″N 0°27′42.1″W (50.928, -0.4617)
Weather in Sussex right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:27 AM, Aug 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 68° / 61°
Drizzle · 81% rain · wind 23 mph
🌦️ 71° / 60°
Light drizzle · 61% rain · wind 15 mph
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 | 1:27 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Sussex
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Sussex.
Best time to visit Sussex
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- 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.
Airports near Sussex
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 20 mi | Sussex |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 37 mi | London |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 188 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 198 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 244 mi | Amsterdam |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 300 mi | Dublin |
Airports in Sussex
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Cities in Sussex
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Sussex
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 66°F (19°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 80% and wind is 2 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 1:27 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 1:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
