Climate Insights for West Thorney
West Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Climate Overview
The climate in West Thorney is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 881 mm of precipitation falls per year. West Thorney receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Thorney is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in West Thorney is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 34.7 in of precipitation falls per year. West Thorney receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. West Thorney is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 41°F.
Temperature
West Thorney sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 5°C to 20°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.West Thorney sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 41°F to 68°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 68°F with a mean of 64°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 44°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
West Thorney is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 881 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 43 mm. That's 63 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.West Thorney is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.7 in. That's 2.5 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
West Thorney is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 23km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.West Thorney is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit West Thorney is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit West Thorney is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 41°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for West Thorney based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for West Thorney based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.