Worthing, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Worthing, 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).

Worthing climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Worthing, 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.

How much rain does Worthing get?

Worthing 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.

Worthing weather by month

Worthing weather in January

In January, Worthing averages a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2003) and the record low is -9°C (1987).

Worthing weather in February

In February, Worthing averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The February record high is 16°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (1991).

Worthing weather in March

In March, Worthing averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 19°C (2012) and the record low is -3°C (2018).

Worthing weather in April

In April, Worthing averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (2013).

Worthing weather in May

In May, Worthing averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is 1°C (1981).

Worthing weather in June

In June, Worthing averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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.

Worthing weather in July

In July, Worthing averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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.

Worthing weather in August

In August, Worthing averages a high of 21°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. 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.

Worthing weather in September

In September, Worthing averages a high of 19°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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.

Worthing weather in October

In October, Worthing averages a high of 16°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1997).

Worthing weather in November

In November, Worthing averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1993).

Worthing weather in December

In December, Worthing averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The December record high is 15°C (1979) and the record low is -7°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Worthing

April is the sunniest month in Worthing, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Worthing is sunnier than 99% of the UK.

Humidity peaks in December at 84% and is lowest in April at 77%.

First and last freeze in Worthing

The first fall freeze in Worthing typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around March 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 269 days.

Worthing weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Worthing station is 33°C, on August 3, 1990. The coldest is -9°C, on January 13, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 77 mm of rain, 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 Worthing

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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January81 mm1683%31%-13°15°-9°
February57 mm1382%30%-13°16°-8°
March46 mm1281%36%-13°19°-3°
April45 mm1177%45%-12°26°-2°
May46 mm1180%42%-11°26°
June45 mm1081%44%-9°32°
July54 mm1080%42%-8°32°
August60 mm1180%43%-7°33°
September60 mm1180%38%-8°28°
October95 mm1580%29%-9°23°
November96 mm1781%30%-11°19°-4°
December95 mm1684%24%-12°15°-7°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Worthing climate questions

How much rain does Worthing get?

Worthing gets 781 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 153 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Worthing?

November is the wettest month in Worthing, with 96 mm. April is the driest, with 45 mm.

How many rainy days does Worthing have a year?

Worthing has about 153 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Worthing?

July is the warmest month in Worthing, with an average high of 21°C.

What is the coldest month in Worthing?

February is the coldest month in Worthing, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Worthing?

The record high at the Worthing 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 Worthing?

April is the sunniest month in Worthing, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Worthing?

The first fall freeze in Worthing typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around March 8.

What is the best time to visit Worthing?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station EASTBOURNE (47 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station EASTBOURNE.