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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Story Native weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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The BBC Weather forecast for the South East shows conditions changing through the week, with the live forecast above giving the immediate outlook for a region that stretches from the Kent coast across Surrey and Sussex into parts of London.
What area does a South East weather forecast cover?
The South East weather region used by the Met Office and BBC Weather includes Surrey, East and West Sussex, Kent, Medway, Brighton and Hove, and parts of south-east London. This area sits between the English Channel and the Thames Estuary, so coastal spots often see different conditions than inland towns. If you are checking the UK weather hub, remember that a separate BBC Weather south west forecast covers Dorset, Devon and Cornwall.
How reliable is a 14-day forecast for the South East?
A south east weather forecast 14 days ahead gives a broad trend rather than a precise daily plan. Confidence drops noticeably after day seven. For a BBC Weather south east 14 days outlook, use it to spot likely wet or settled spells, but check the live forecast above closer to the day. The same applies if you need a BBC Weather south east tomorrow prediction — that will be more accurate than a forecast made two weeks out.
Does the South East forecast include London?
Not fully. The Met Office South East region covers parts of south-east London, but central London sits in its own London weather zone. If you search for BBC Weather south east London, you will see forecasts for south-east Greater London rather than the whole capital.
Why is the South East often drier than other UK regions?
The South East sits in a rain shadow from prevailing south-westerly winds. By the time cloud reaches the region it has often released moisture over higher ground in the West Country and Wales, so annual rainfall here tends to be lower than in western parts of Britain.
When are weather warnings most common in the South East?
Warning frequency picks up in autumn and winter, when low-pressure systems track across southern England. The region can also see heat-health alerts during summer heatwaves. For longer-range planning, a south east weather forecast 14 days ahead will hint at unsettled periods but cannot confirm warning-level events.