Things to Do in Northumberland
Top things to do in Northumberland: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Northumberland
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Northumberland.
Map of Northumberland
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Coordinates: 55°12′29.9″N 2°4′42.2″W (55.2083, -2.0784)
Weather in Northumberland right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:11 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Best time to visit Northumberland
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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 60°F (15°C) in Northumberland with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 47°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Northumberland is June, July and August. 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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is 3.2°F below the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Northumberland today at 8.8/10. 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.
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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 60°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Northumberland?
June, July and August 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 11:11 PM.
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 August 25, 2026 at 11:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
