Southwater Weather
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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.
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Southwater, the West Sussex village four miles south of Horsham and inland from the south coast, sees conditions typical of the Sussex Weald in the live forecast above — often cooler than coastal Worthing, with local variation that matters for planning your day.
What does the live forecast mean for Southwater today?
The forecast above uses Met Office data that also feeds BBC Weather. Inland Southwater often escapes the sea fog that blankets the coast in spring and early summer, but can feel cooler than Brighton when a Channel wind blows. Check the live update before heading to Southwater Country Park or the Downs Link path.
How does Southwater compare with nearby Horsham?
Southwater tends to be a degree cooler than central Horsham on clear nights, and frost forms more readily in hollows around the old brickworks. For the full picture, combine the live forecast with the Met Office weather Southwater page; BBC News South East covers any weather warnings for this part of West Sussex.
Is Southwater wetter than Horsham?
Rainfall is similar, but Southwater’s lower-lying position can mean more persistent damp after heavy rain, especially in autumn and winter when the Weald stays misty longer.
Does the live forecast cover Southwater specifically?
Yes — BBC Weather uses grid-point data that resolves conditions for the village itself, not just the wider Horsham area. The forecast above is calibrated for Southwater’s inland lowland setting.
When is best to visit Southwater Country Park?
Dry settled spells in late spring or early autumn. The live forecast shows wind and rain chances, and the Met Office weather Southwater page gives a five-day outlook for the lakeside walks.
See the UK weather hub for more local forecasts, or check the 10-day weather forecast for the UK for Southwater and surrounding areas.
