Newcastle Weather Forecast
Newcastle weather: 69°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Newcastle
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 72° / 65° | 67% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 79° / 60° | 8% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 71° / 63° | 20% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 60° | 18% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light showers | 66° / 62° | 57% · 0,3 in | 21 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 60° | 35% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 66° / 58° | 4% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light showers | 80° / 56° | 27% · 0,5 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | 68° / 62° | 20% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ☀️ Clear sky | 69° / 60° | 21% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 60° | 49% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 64° | 49% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 60° | 49% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 63° | 35% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 8 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 72°F against a October normal of 75°F - 35°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,5 in against a typical 0,5 in).
What this means for Newcastle
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is 3.2°F below the 75°F typical for this month.
A 67% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 51°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 69°F (20°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 11 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 August 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 12:36 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 4, 2026 at 12:36 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
