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Gatwick Weather

Arthur Clarke Bennett • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Hanna Berg

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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Policyline weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️16°C
Clear skyGatwickFeels like 15° · Wind 13 km/h · Humidity 72%
UV 5 ModerateSunrise 06:03Sunset 20:02
Today☁️25°16°💧16%
Wed🌧️24°16°💧66%
Thu⛈️22°16°💧77%
Fri🌦️23°13°💧80%
Sat🌦️20°16°💧66%
Sun🌦️18°16°💧73%
Mon🌦️21°14°💧32%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above before heading to Gatwick – it will show you the immediate conditions and any alerts. The airport sits in a low-lying corner of West Sussex, where fog and low cloud can sometimes disrupt flights, so the radar view is worth a glance.

What does the Gatwick weather look like today?

The live forecast above gives the current temperature, wind and visibility for the airport. Gatwick’s inland position, about 30 miles south of London and 20 miles north of the coast at Brighton, means it can be a degree or two cooler than the coast in spring and autumn. Hourly updates – listed as gatwick weather hourly in many apps – are the best way to spot any fog forming in the surrounding fields, especially around dawn.

Is disruption likely at Gatwick airport?

Gatwick’s single runway makes it sensitive to crosswinds and low cloud. The live forecast above will show if the cloud base is low enough to force holding patterns. For longer-range planning, the weather in gatwick airport 10 days outlook can highlight storm systems that might cause delays. Live disruption feeds are available from the airport’s own site; many travellers also search gatwick airport weather disruption live during active weather.

LocationWest Sussex, 5 mi N of Crawley
Altitude62 m above sea level
Nearest coastBrighton, 20 mi south
Typical riskLow cloud and fog, especially autumn/winter mornings
Can I get a 14‑day Gatwick forecast?

Most weather services, including the Met Office and BBC Weather, offer a gatwick weather 14 days outlook. Beyond a week, confidence drops, but the trend can still help you decide whether to pack an umbrella.

What does “weather in gatwick airport tomorrow” normally look like?

Tomorrow’s conditions often follow today’s trajectory. Use the live forecast above to check the evening and overnight trends – if fog is forming now, it may lift later but return before dawn.

Does Gatwick weather affect trains and roads?

Yes – thick fog or heavy rain can slow road traffic around the M23 and A23. The gatwick weather bbc page includes visibility warnings that are useful for drivers picking up or dropping off passengers.

For broader UK conditions, visit our UK weather hub or check the 10 day weather forecast UK for longer-range planning.

Arthur Clarke Bennett

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