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Newcastle in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Newcastle in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Newcastle in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
October could be a good time to visit Newcastle, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +13°C, and there are typically 3 sunny days in October. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 67 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+25°C
Max.
67 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Newcastle has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Newcastle in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Newcastle for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +14°C with a maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +1°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 63% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +8°C.

Is Newcastle warm or cold in October?

Newcastle is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +17°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +10°C to +7°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Newcastle:

Water temperature in Newcastle in October

Water in Newcastle in October is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +21°C, with an average of +19°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +13°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Newcastle are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +19°C.

Can you swim in Newcastle in October?

Water temperature (+19°C) in Newcastle in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Newcastle in October

Newcastle weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+17°C+13°C+9°C
Min. temperature
+2°C-3°C-8°C
Max. temperature
+27°C+25°C+18°C
Rainfall
57 mm67 mm65 mm
Wind
3 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C+19°C+21°C
Humidity
79%82%83%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1010 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
333
Cloudy days
1099
Rainy days
161817
Snowy days
001

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +17°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +13°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 57 mm to 67 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 82%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Newcastle in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Newcastle is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Newcastle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 181 mm, with a 55% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 33 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Newcastle, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Newcastle wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 72 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 46 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Newcastle?

This is the weather in Newcastle in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+20°C
2 October
☀️
+15°C
3 October
☀️
+15°C
4 October
☀️
+16°C
5 October
🌧️
+17°C
6 October
☁️
+19°C
7 October
🌧️
+18°C
8 October
🌧️
+17°C
9 October
☀️
+19°C
10 October
☀️
+19°C
11 October
☀️
+17°C
12 October
☀️
+13°C
13 October
☀️
+12°C
14 October
☀️
+11°C
15 October
☀️
+11°C
16 October
☀️
+12°C
17 October
☀️
+12°C
18 October
☁️
+13°C
19 October
🌫️
+14°C
20 October
🌧️
+12°C
21 October
🌧️
+11°C
22 October
☀️
+13°C
23 October
☁️
+12°C
24 October
🌧️
+11°C
25 October
🌫️
+11°C
26 October
🌫️
+11°C
27 October
☁️
+13°C
28 October
☁️
+11°C
29 October
🌧️
+11°C
30 October
☁️
+9°C
31 October
☁️
+8°C
In October 2023 Newcastle had 14 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Newcastle climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Newcastle in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+11°C) and the highest in 2022 (+14°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 518 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 1037 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Newcastle in October:

Is October a good time to visit Newcastle?

It’s always a good time to visit Newcastle, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Newcastle in October?

October has mild temperatures in Newcastle. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Newcastle in October?

In general, you can swim in Newcastle in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +19°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Newcastle rainy in October?

Newcastle is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Newcastle in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Newcastle in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in United Kingdom

Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.

Monthly weather in Newcastle

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Newcastle, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.