Newcastle upon Tyne Climate by Month
The climate in Newcastle upon Tyne is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Newcastle upon Tyne, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Newcastle upon Tyne receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 784 mm. Precipitation levels in Newcastle upon Tyne remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 78 mm over 15 days. In March, this drops slightly to 53 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Newcastle upon Tyne serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 78 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 53 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 183 hours of sunshine.
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