London Gatwick Airport Travel Guide
London Gatwick Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
London Gatwick Airport is an airport in Sussex. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in London Gatwick Airport with mainly clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 49°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit London Gatwick Airport 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 Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 25 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is in line with the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in London Gatwick Airport today at 9.9/10. 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 London Gatwick Airport
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Coordinates: 51°9′13.3″N 0°10′55.6″W (51.1537, -0.1821)
Weather in London Gatwick Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:04 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 73° / 49°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 68° / 61°
Light drizzle · 47% rain · wind 14 mph
Quick facts about London Gatwick Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| County | Sussex |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°9′13.3″N 0°10′55.6″W (51.1537, -0.1821) |
| IATA code | LGW |
| Local time | 11:04 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in London Gatwick Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around London Gatwick Airport.
Best time to visit London Gatwick Airport
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+
- Layers - the daily swing is 58°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 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 London Gatwick Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 25 mi | London |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | CDG | 191 mi | Paris |
| Paris Orly Airport | ORY | 202 mi | Paris |
| Amsterdam Schiphol Airport | AMS | 226 mi | Amsterdam |
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 301 mi | Dublin |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is London Gatwick Airport?
London Gatwick Airport is an airport in Sussex. Its coordinates are 51.1537, -0.1821. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in London Gatwick Airport right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit London Gatwick Airport?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in London Gatwick Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is London Gatwick Airport in?
London Gatwick Airport observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 11:04 PM.
What is the nearest airport to London Gatwick Airport?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 25 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 191 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 202 mi away.
What are the top things to do in London Gatwick Airport?
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 (airports) - 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 23, 2026 at 11:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
