Best Time to Visit Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Newcastle upon Tyne is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–July and October; the wetter half falls in August–September and November–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in (February) to 61 mm / 2.4 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Newcastle upon Tyne's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 15.5°C59.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne?
The best time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 15.5°C / 59.9°F, and the driest is February with about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Newcastle upon Tyne's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The rainy season at Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne runs through August–September and November–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 53 mm / 2.1 in. The wettest single month is August (61 mm / 2.4 in).
What is the driest month in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The driest month in Newcastle upon Tyne is February, averaging about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 4.6°C / 40.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Newcastle upon Tyne?
The least comfortable months for travel to Newcastle upon Tyne — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 61 mm / 2.4 in in August, and the coldest month averages 4.3°C / 39.7°F.
Is Newcastle upon Tyne climate different from United Kingdom overall?
Yes, usually. Our Newcastle upon Tyne figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United Kingdom figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Newcastle upon Tyne specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.