Great North 5K
Race Day Weather
Cool temps, moderate wind gusts
Runners will face temperatures starting at 62°F, dropping to 54°F by race end. With a light to moderate wind from the WSW at 10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph, pacing adjustments may be necessary. High humidity at 74% suggests runners should stay hydrated and consider a conservative start to maintain energy throughout the race.
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Race Info
The Great North 5K is a Friday evening race that opens the Great North Run weekend in Newcastle and Gateshead. The flat, five-kilometre route starts and finishes on Newcastle's Quayside, passing the Tyne Bridge before crossing the Swing Bridge into Gateshead and returning via the Millennium Bridge. It draws large crowds along the riverside course and is promoted by organizers as a fast, PB-friendly race for first-time 5K runners.
Race weekend
Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | | 61°/63° | - | 49° | |
2024 | | 61°/62° | - | 59° | |
2023 |  | 71°/75° | - | 63° | |
2022 |  | 58°/59° | Light | 56° |