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 55°F (13°C) in Sussex with mainly clear. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 52°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 51%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Sussex 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 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 October. The forecast high of 67°F is 6.5°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Sussex today at 9.5/10. 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 5:48 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 52°
Overcast · 10% rain · wind 7 mph
🌥️ 69° / 49°
Fog · 1% rain · wind 8 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 | 5:48 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| 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, 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 55°F (13°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 95% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sussex?
May, June, July, August and September 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 5:48 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 October 2, 2026 at 5:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
