City in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Newcastle weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Newcastle
May–September is warmest and lightest. Winters are cold and windy; football days and weekend nights make the center rowdy at any time.
Newcastle weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°69 mm
- Feb6°58 mm
- Mar8°56 mm
- Apr11°52 mm
- May14°57 mm
- Jun17°80 mm
- Jul19°90 mm
- Aug19°99 mm
- Sep16°66 mm
- Oct13°86 mm
- Nov9°79 mm
- Dec6°73 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 2°C36°F | 69 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 6°C44°F | 2°C35°F | 58 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 8°C47°F | 2°C36°F | 56 mm | 89% | Cold |
| April | 11°C52°F | 4°C39°F | 52 mm | 86% | Cool |
| May | 14°C58°F | 7°C44°F | 57 mm | 83% | Cool |
| June | 17°C63°F | 10°C50°F | 80 mm | 83% | Cool |
| July | 19°C66°F | 12°C53°F | 90 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C65°F | 12°C53°F | 99 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| September | 16°C62°F | 10°C49°F | 66 mm | 87% | Cool |
| October | 13°C55°F | 7°C45°F | 86 mm | 90% | Cool |
| November | 9°C48°F | 5°C40°F | 79 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 6°C44°F | 3°C37°F | 73 mm | 94% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Newcastle?
May–Jul, Sep. May–September is warmest and lightest. Winters are cold and windy; football days and weekend nights make the center rowdy at any time.
When is the rainy season in Newcastle?
Rain peaks in August with about 99 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Newcastle?
July, with average highs of 19°C (66°F).
How cold does Newcastle get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 2°C (35°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Newcastle Gateshead
- Tyne and Wear Metro
- Newcastle Airport
- Newcastle Hospitals NHS
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.