Newcastle upon Tyne Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Newcastle upon Tyne’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United Kingdom.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to cold in Newcastle upon Tyne. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a cold 8°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Newcastle upon Tyne by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect. July, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 175 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 62 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 19 days. For more information, please visit our Newcastle upon Tyne Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United Kingdom Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Newcastle upon Tyne Temperatures Compared World Wide
Newcastle upon Tyne’s average annual maximum temperature is 14°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Newcastle upon Tyne’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Newcastle upon Tyne climate page.
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