Will it rain in
Newcastle today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Newcastle, England, UK.
Running in Newcastle means facing the North East's biting winds and frequent drizzle. Whether it's a bracing run along the Quayside, icy gusts crossing the Tyne bridges, or sleet sweeping through Town Moor, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Newcastle right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Newcastle's hardy northern weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Newcastle?
Newcastle records around 838mm of rain a year, spread across about 157 days — roughly 43% of all days, or 13 days in an average month. In practice that makes rain a regular feature of running in Newcastle rather than an exception — close to one day in two. A decent waterproof and a peaked cap earn their place in the kit bag year-round.
The wettest month is July, averaging 93mm across about 16 rainy days. The driest is April, with 49mm over roughly 11 days. Average lows in January drop to 1.9°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. Summer highs peak around 19.5°C in July, comfortable for most daytime running.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63mm | 12 | 6.9°C | 1.9°C |
| February | 60mm | 12 | 8°C | 2.3°C |
| March | 64mm | 14 | 9.6°C | 2.9°C |
| April | 49mm | 11 | 11.3°C | 3.8°C |
| May | 61mm | 13 | 15°C | 7.3°C |
| June | 70mm | 11 | 17.6°C | 10.2°C |
| July | 93mm | 16 | 19.5°C | 12.2°C |
| August | 75mm | 14 | 19.2°C | 12.2°C |
| September | 67mm | 12 | 16.9°C | 10.1°C |
| October | 84mm | 14 | 13.5°C | 7.7°C |
| November | 72mm | 13 | 9.5°C | 4.4°C |
| December | 80mm | 15 | 7.8°C | 3.1°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Newcastle: common questions
Will it rain in Newcastle today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Newcastle's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Newcastle sees rain on about 157 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 43% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Newcastle?
RainOrRun scores the live Newcastle forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Newcastle today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Newcastle — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Newcastle today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Newcastle forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Newcastle?
July is the wettest month in Newcastle, averaging 93mm of rain across about 16 rainy days. April is the driest, with around 49mm over roughly 11 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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