City in New South Wales

Current Local Time in Newcastle

Current local time and time zone in Newcastle, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 68°F now🕔 10:18 AM local📅 Best: February, March, September, October, November and December👥 325.000

Current local time in Newcastle

10:18 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC offsetUTC+10:00
UTC now12:18 AM
Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset5:30 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset5:30 PM
Daylight11h 11m
Solar noon11:54 AM
Golden hour (am)6:19 AM - 7:19 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Blue hour (am)5:49 AM - 6:19 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 91%
Moonrise2:35 PM
Moonset4:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Newcastle

TypeCity
StateNew South Wales
CountryAustralia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates32°55′41.9″S 151°46′54.1″E (-32.9283, 151.7817)
Population325.000
Known forharbour beaches north of Sydney
Local time10:18 AM (UTC+10:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, September, October, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Newcastle is a city in New South Wales. Newcastle is known for harbour beaches north of Sydney. It has a population of about 325.000.

Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Newcastle with overcast. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 56°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Newcastle is February, March, September, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. April, May and June tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 50°F.

The closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), about 78 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.9°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Newcastle today at 9.5/10. 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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Coordinates: 32°55′41.9″S 151°46′54.1″E (-32.9283, 151.7817)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Newcastle?

Newcastle is a city in New South Wales. Its coordinates are -32.9283, 151.7817. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Newcastle right now?

It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Newcastle?

February, March, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Newcastle, which has a temperate climate. April, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Newcastle in?

Newcastle observes Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00). The local time is 10:18 AM.

How many people live in Newcastle?

Newcastle has a population of approximately 325.000.

What is the nearest airport to Newcastle?

The closest airports are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), 78 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Newcastle?

Popular options include Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 10:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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