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Brighton weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Brighton, England in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Brighton averages 16°C by day and 9°C at night. The wettest month is usually October.

May in Brighton averages a daytime high of 16°C and an overnight low of 9°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Brighton sees roughly 1106 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Brighton forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Brighton weather by month

what to expect in Brighton through the year

Here is Brighton's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Brighton by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
12°
Cool
May
16°
Mild
Jun
19°
12°
Mild
Jul
19°
14°
Mild
Aug
20°
14°
Mild
Sep
20°
14°
Mild
Oct
16°
11°
Mild
Wettest
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Brighton in May?
Brighton averages a daytime high of 16°C in May, with overnight lows around 9°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Brighton?
The most comfortable time to visit Brighton is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Brighton in May?
The wettest month in Brighton is usually October. Across the year the city sees roughly 1106 mm of precipitation.

Brighton in other months

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