Geography of Northumberland
Geography of Northumberland: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Northumberland
Cumbria is 52 mi to the south-west, Lake District National Park is 65 mi to the south-west, Windermere is 66 mi to the south-west and Old Town is 67 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 55°12′29.9″N 2°4′42.2″W (55.2083, -2.0784)
Quick facts about Northumberland
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°12′29.9″N 2°4′42.2″W (55.2083, -2.0784) |
| Population | 320.000 |
| Local time | 2:38 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Summary
Northumberland is a county in England. Northumberland is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 320.000.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Northumberland with clear. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 49°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Northumberland is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 209 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 5.4°F above the 53°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Northumberland today at 8.1/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Northumberland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 33° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 36° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 49° | 37° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 38° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 59° | 45° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 62° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 52° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 59° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 53° | 44° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 46° | 38° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 38° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Northumberland?
Northumberland is a county in England. Its coordinates are 55.2083, -2.0784. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Northumberland right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Northumberland?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Northumberland, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Northumberland in?
Northumberland observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:38 AM.
How many people live in Northumberland?
Northumberland has a population of approximately 320.000.
What is the nearest airport to Northumberland?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 209 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 267 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 291 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Northumberland?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Loch Ness, Snowdonia National Park and Isle of Skye.
What places are in Northumberland?
Northumberland covers 1 places in this atlas, including Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 2:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
