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

22°C
Partly cloudyDungenessFeels like 19° · Wind 41 km/h · Humidity 63%
UV 5 ModerateSunrise 05:28Sunset 20:35
Today🌦️22°18°💧75%
Thu☁️21°13°💧0%
Fri☁️22°11°💧0%
Sat☁️24°💧1%
Sun☁️27°20°💧18%
Mon☁️23°14°💧4%
Tue☀️23°12°💧2%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

The live forecast above gives the current conditions for Dungeness. This exposed headland in Kent has its own microclimate – it is often windier and sunnier than inland areas, with lower annual rainfall.

What makes Dungeness weather different?

Dungeness sits on a vast shingle beach that warms quickly in sunshine but loses heat fast at night. Sea breezes dominate, especially in spring and summer. The local dungeness weather station at Lydd Airport records some of the lowest rainfall totals in southern England. Winters are milder than nearby towns, but the wind can make it feel raw.

For a full overview of conditions across the UK, see the UK weather hub. If you are planning ahead, the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page covers longer outlooks.

Annual rainfallAround 600 mm – among the lowest in lowland Britain
Average wind speedOften 12–18 mph, with stronger gusts in autumn and winter
Dominant wind directionSouth‑west, straight off the English Channel
Nearest official weather stationLydd Airport (7 miles west)
How windy does it get at Dungeness?

Gusts above 40 mph are common during autumn and winter storms. The exposed coastal location means there is little shelter, so always check the dungeness weather bbc or dungeness weather met office forecasts before visiting.

What are the tide times for Dungeness?

Tide times vary daily. The nearest standard port is Dover, but local predictions for the Dungeness headland are published by the UK Hydrographic Office. Search for “dungeness tide times” online for the current day’s high and low water.

How does the weather in Dungeness compare to inland Kent?

Dungeness is often cooler in spring and summer due to sea breezes, but milder in winter. It receives less rain than the Kent Downs, though coastal fog can form quickly. For a different pattern, compare with the Bristol Weather page.

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