Newcastle upon Tyne weather in August (Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Newcastle upon Tyne this August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The weather in Newcastle upon Tyne is usually perfect in August, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 20°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 12°C.

Precipitation

Newcastle upon Tyne in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 169 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Newcastle upon Tyne climate page with graphs.

 

Newcastle upon Tyne, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 169 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Newcastle upon Tyne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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