Newquay Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Newquay changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C (50°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Newquay has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 985 mm (39 in) of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Newquay enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 104 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation, while in May, Newquay receives about 68 mm (2.7 in). For more details, please visit our Newquay Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Newquay can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine