Newport Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Newport, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July to a chilly 9°C (48°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 13°C (55°F) in July to 3°C (37°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Newport receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 955 mm (38 in). The wettest period in Newport occurs in October, which receives around 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Newport experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 67 mm (2.6 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Newport Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Newport, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 89%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year