Great North 5K

Newcastle upon Tyne, EnglandSeptember 11, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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54°
62° high
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Dry

Cool start, steady conditions

Runners will face a temperature range from 54°F to 61°F, with humidity at 82% and a dew point of 50°F. Winds will be from the SW at 10 mph, gusting to 22 mph. Given the humidity, runners should consider adjusting their pace to maintain stamina throughout the race.

Race day forecast available in 168 days
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Distance: 3.1mi
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The Great North 5K is a lively Friday evening event that kicks off the North East's biggest weekend of sport. Runners traverse a flat 5-kilometre course along Newcastle and Gateshead's vibrant Quayside, crossing iconic bridges like the Tyne, Swing, and Millennium. The race is celebrated for its electric atmosphere, enthusiastic local support, and post-event festivities in one of the UK's top cities for nightlife. Source

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When is the 2026 Great North 5K?

The 2026 Great North 5K will be held on Friday September 11, 2026.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data
Avg Temp
57°F
L:57° H:65°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
25%
1 of 4 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew56°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore
2025
partly-cloudy-day
50°/63°-
8
2024
partly-cloudy-day
61°/62°-
9
2023
clear-day
60°/75°-
8
2022
rain
57°/59°Light
6