Newcastle in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
11Rainy days (94 mm)
10:18 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 16:58 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 21°C | 77 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 24°C | 21°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 23°C | 20°C | 97 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 21°C | 18°C | 86 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| May | 19°C | 16°C | 94 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 17°C | 14°C | 113 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.6 |
| July | 16°C | 13°C | 72 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 17°C | 13°C | 56 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 19°C | 15°C | 53 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 20°C | 16°C | 63 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 21°C | 18°C | 82 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| December | 23°C | 20°C | 68 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Newcastle in May?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Newcastle?
The best months are December, January, November, February.