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Eastbourne, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Eastbourne, England?
Eastbourne, England gets 781 mm of precipitation a year over about 153 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and February the coldest (average low 3°C).
Oceanic climate
Eastbourne, England has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 21°C in August. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 4° | 9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 16° |
How much rain does Eastbourne get?
Eastbourne gets 781 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 153 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 96% of the UK.
November is the wettest month, with 96 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to February 14, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Eastbourne got 23 mm of rain, against a normal of 781 mm for those months. June 2026 had the most, with 22 mm.
Eastbourne weather by month
Eastbourne weather in January
In January, Eastbourne averages a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 15°C (2003) and the record low is -9°C (1987).
Eastbourne weather in February
In February, Eastbourne averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (1991).
Eastbourne weather in March
In March, Eastbourne averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2012) and the record low is -3°C (2018).
Eastbourne weather in April
In April, Eastbourne averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (2013).
Eastbourne weather in May
In May, Eastbourne averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is 1°C (1981).
Eastbourne weather in June
In June, Eastbourne averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 32°C (2026) and the record low is 5°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Eastbourne weather in July
In July, Eastbourne averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 32°C (1976) and the record low is 9°C (1996). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Eastbourne weather in August
In August, Eastbourne averages a high of 21°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 33°C (1990) and the record low is 7°C (1979). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Eastbourne weather in September
In September, Eastbourne averages a high of 19°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is 5°C (2003). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Eastbourne weather in October
In October, Eastbourne averages a high of 16°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1997).
Eastbourne weather in November
In November, Eastbourne averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 19°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1993).
Eastbourne weather in December
In December, Eastbourne averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 15°C (1979) and the record low is -7°C (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Eastbourne
April is the sunniest month in Eastbourne, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 23%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 36% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Eastbourne is sunnier than 99% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 84% and is lowest in April at 78%.
First and last freeze in Eastbourne
The first fall freeze in Eastbourne typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around March 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 269 days.
Eastbourne weather records
These records cover EASTBOURNE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Eastbourne station is 33°C, on August 3, 1990. The coldest is -9°C, on January 13, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 77 mm of precipitation, on July 7, 1980.
44 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Eastbourne
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 4°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 10°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 8° | 81 mm | 16 | 82% | 31% | 15° | -9° |
| February | 3° | 9° | 57 mm | 13 | 82% | 29% | 16° | -8° |
| March | 5° | 11° | 46 mm | 12 | 81% | 36% | 19° | -3° |
| April | 7° | 13° | 45 mm | 11 | 78% | 46% | 26° | -2° |
| May | 9° | 17° | 46 mm | 11 | 82% | 43% | 26° | 1° |
| June | 12° | 19° | 45 mm | 10 | 82% | 45% | 32° | 5° |
| July | 14° | 21° | 54 mm | 10 | 82% | 42% | 32° | 9° |
| August | 15° | 21° | 60 mm | 11 | 81% | 44% | 33° | 7° |
| September | 13° | 19° | 60 mm | 11 | 80% | 39% | 28° | 5° |
| October | 10° | 16° | 95 mm | 15 | 80% | 29% | 23° | 0° |
| November | 7° | 12° | 96 mm | 17 | 80% | 30% | 19° | -4° |
| December | 4° | 9° | 95 mm | 16 | 84% | 23% | 15° | -7° |
Station: EASTBOURNE, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Eastbourne climate questions
How much rain does Eastbourne get?
Eastbourne gets 781 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 153 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Eastbourne?
November is the wettest month in Eastbourne, with 96 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm.
How many rainy days does Eastbourne have a year?
Eastbourne has about 153 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Eastbourne?
July is the warmest month in Eastbourne, with an average high of 21°C.
What is the coldest month in Eastbourne?
February is the coldest month in Eastbourne, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Eastbourne?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Eastbourne station is 33°C, set on August 3, 1990. The record low is -9°C, on January 13, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Eastbourne?
April is the sunniest month in Eastbourne, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Eastbourne?
The first fall freeze in Eastbourne typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around March 8.
What is the best time to visit Eastbourne?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.