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Newcastle upon Tyne weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Newcastle upon Tyne, England in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Newcastle upon Tyne averages 16°C by day and 8°C at night. The wettest month is usually July.

May in Newcastle upon Tyne averages a daytime high of 16°C and an overnight low of 8°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Newcastle upon Tyne sees roughly 1077 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Newcastle upon Tyne forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Newcastle upon Tyne weather by month

what to expect in Newcastle upon Tyne through the year

Here is Newcastle upon Tyne's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Newcastle upon Tyne by season.

Jan
Cold
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
11°
Cool
May
16°
Mild
Jun
18°
10°
Mild
Jul
19°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Aug
19°
12°
Mild
Sep
17°
10°
Mild
Oct
14°
Cool
Nov
Cool
Dec
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Newcastle upon Tyne in May?
Newcastle upon Tyne averages a daytime high of 16°C in May, with overnight lows around 8°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne?
The most comfortable time to visit Newcastle upon Tyne is usually May, June, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Newcastle upon Tyne in May?
The wettest month in Newcastle upon Tyne is usually July. Across the year the city sees roughly 1077 mm of precipitation.

Newcastle upon Tyne in other months

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