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

Is Newcastle upon Tyne a good destination in May, weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, Newcastle upon Tyne tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 16°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 7°C.

Precipitation

Newcastle upon Tyne in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 183 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase 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 May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

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

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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