Our verdict
The best time to visit Newquay is June-September
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 20℃ (68℉) in the middle of the day. In the colder months such as February, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 6℃ (43℉).
The days are longest in Newquay in July, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Newquay in November. Head over there in May instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
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Newquay seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Newquay as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Newquay is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Newquay
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Newquay for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Newquay climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Newquay for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Newquay in January
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 18 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in February
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in March
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in April
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in May
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in June, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Newquay in July
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Newquay in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 29mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Newquay in September
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 29mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in September, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
Newquay in October
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in November
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Newquay in December
- Average temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Newquay in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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