Newtownabbey Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from pleasant conditions
to cold.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Newtownabbey experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 18°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Newtownabbey is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1064 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Newtownabbey enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 103 mm of precipitation, while in March, Newtownabbey receives about 74 mm.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
Newtownabbey can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 7°C in February to 13°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 91%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 86%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s in April, May, June, July, August and September to 5 m/s in January, February, March, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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4 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Newtownabbey in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 103 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 184 hours of sunshine.
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