If you plan to visit Newcastle in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +52°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 17 rainy days in the month and around 54 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+27°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
54 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Newcastle has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Newcastle in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Newcastle for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +59°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +52°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 47% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +45°F to +57°F.
Is Newcastle warm or cold in April?
Newcastle is typically chill in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +48°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +39°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Newcastle:
Water temperature in Newcastle in April
Water in Newcastle in April is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +75°F, with an average of +73°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +52°F.
In April, 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 +75°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +66°F.
Can you swim in Newcastle in April?
The water in Newcastle in April is pretty comfortable (+73°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Newcastle in April
Newcastle weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+48°F
+52°F
+57°F
Min. temperature
+18°F
+27°F
+30°F
Max. temperature
+70°F
+73°F
+81°F
Rainfall
52 mm
54 mm
57 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+75°F
+73°F
+71°F
Humidity
78%
76%
75%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
4
Cloudy days
9
9
9
Rainy days
16
17
18
Snowy days
2
1
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +48°F to +52°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 52 mm to 54 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Newcastle in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 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 April, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Newcastle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 53% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 65 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Newcastle based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in April, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last April in Newcastle?
This is the weather in Newcastle in April 2023:
1 April
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+45°F
2 April
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+48°F
3 April
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+51°F
4 April
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+56°F
5 April
🌧️
+52°F
6 April
🌧️
+54°F
7 April
☁️
+50°F
8 April
☀️
+56°F
9 April
☁️
+52°F
10 April
🌧️
+55°F
11 April
☀️
+55°F
12 April
☀️
+48°F
13 April
☁️
+51°F
14 April
🌧️
+51°F
15 April
☀️
+55°F
16 April
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+59°F
17 April
☁️
+56°F
18 April
☀️
+54°F
19 April
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+56°F
20 April
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+55°F
21 April
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+53°F
22 April
🌧️
+51°F
23 April
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+52°F
24 April
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+46°F
25 April
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+48°F
26 April
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+51°F
27 April
☁️
+53°F
28 April
🌧️
+55°F
29 April
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+50°F
30 April
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+57°F
In April 2023 Newcastle had 14 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +52°F, with an absolute maximum of +59°F and a minimum of +45°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Newcastle climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Newcastle in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1996 (+52°F) and the highest in 2022 (+56°F). 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 April:
Is April a good time to visit Newcastle?
It’s always a good time to visit Newcastle, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Newcastle in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Newcastle in April?
Yes, the water temperature in Newcastle in April is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +73°F.
Is Newcastle rainy in April?
Newcastle is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Newcastle in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Newcastle in April, 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.
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.