Essex (Basildon)
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Today weather in Essex
Wednesday, 5th August 2026
26°
Sunny
Feels like 20° · Low 17°
Essex will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 26 °C and descending to around 16 °C after sunset. It'll be quite breezy in Essex Today with average wind speeds of 28 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 7%.
26° / 17°
Temp
7%
Rain
28 km/h
Wind
57%
Humidity
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Essex hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 05:28 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 20:40 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 19.2° | 18.3° | 17.5° | 17.1° | 16.8° | 16.7° | Sunrise | 17.6° | 18.5° | 18.8° | 19° | 19.4° | 21.6° | 24.1° | 25.5° | 26° | 26° | 25.9° | 25.3° | 24.4° | 23.1° | 21.2° | Sunset | 19.3° | 18.3° | 17.4° | |
| Feels like | 16.7° | 15.9° | 15.1° | 14.9° | 14.8° | 14.7° | 14.9° | 15.3° | 15.7° | 15.9° | 16.3° | 18° | 19.1° | 19.9° | 19.6° | 19.4° | 19.4° | 18.8° | 17.9° | 17.2° | 15.9° | 14.6° | 14° | 12.8° | |||
| wind speed | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 19 km/h | 22 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 21 km/h | 22 km/h | 25 km/h | 26 km/h | 28 km/h | 28 km/h | 27 km/h | 28 km/h | 28 km/h | 26 km/h | 23 km/h | 21 km/h | 19 km/h | 21 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 228° | 226° | 226° | 225° | 220° | 222° | 226° | 234° | 237° | 244° | 249° | 243° | 251° | 257° | 260° | 260° | 264° | 266° | 264° | 271° | 277° | 277° | 267° | 267° | |||
| wind direction | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | WSW | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 8% | 9% | 13% | 15% | 18% | 24% | 25% | 21% | 20% | 20% | 17% | 12% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 77% | 80% | 85% | 89% | 91% | 91% | 84% | 76% | 73% | 71% | 67% | 54% | 38% | 31% | 27% | 25% | 26% | 27% | 29% | 33% | 39% | 46% | 49% | 51% | |||
| dew point | 15° | 14.8° | 15° | 15.2° | 15.3° | 15.3° | 14.7° | 14.2° | 13.9° | 13.7° | 13.1° | 12° | 9.1° | 7.3° | 5.7° | 4.6° | 4.7° | 4.9° | 5.2° | 6° | 6.8° | 7.3° | 7.4° | 7.2° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 7% | 5% | 24% | 26% | 39% | 71% | 98% | 96% | 100% | 100% | 98% | 82% | 41% | 22% | 11% | 8% | 9% | 10% | 14% | 25% | 31% | 7% | 4% | 3% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 1 | 3 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 4.8 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 3 | 2.1 | 1 | 0.4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Essex today
The weather in Essex today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 26 °C, compared to an average of 20.7 °C for 5th of August in recent years.
temperatures
26 °C
rain
0.1 mm
wind
28 km/h
UV
High
Essex daylight overview ☀️
Today in Essex, The sun rises at 05:28 and sets at 20:40, giving a total daylight duration of 15 hours and 12 minutes.
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The weather today in Essex - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Essex?
The maximum temperature for today in Essex is expected to be 26° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Essex? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 7% chance of rain in Essex today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Essex? 🌀
The wind in Essex is expected to blow at 28 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Essex today?
Given the forecast of 26 °C with a 7% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Essex today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Essex today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:28 and set at 20:40 in Essex.
How accurate is the weather forecast Essex today? ✅
Essex weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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