City in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Manchester weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Manchester
May–Sep is warmest and driest; Christmas markets run Nov–Dec. Rain is frequent year-round; Jan–Feb is cold and grey.
Manchester weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°89 mm
- Feb7°75 mm
- Mar9°67 mm
- Apr12°57 mm
- May15°68 mm
- Jun18°85 mm
- Jul20°93 mm
- Aug19°96 mm
- Sep17°78 mm
- Oct13°98 mm
- Nov9°97 mm
- Dec7°99 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 2°C36°F | 89 mm | 95% | Cold |
| February | 7°C44°F | 2°C35°F | 75 mm | 93% | Cold |
| March | 9°C48°F | 2°C36°F | 67 mm | 89% | Cold |
| April | 12°C54°F | 4°C40°F | 57 mm | 85% | Cool |
| May | 15°C60°F | 7°C45°F | 68 mm | 83% | Cool |
| June | 18°C65°F | 10°C51°F | 85 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 93 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 96 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C63°F | 10°C50°F | 78 mm | 87% | Cool |
| October | 13°C56°F | 7°C45°F | 98 mm | 91% | Cool |
| November | 9°C49°F | 5°C40°F | 97 mm | 94% | Cold |
| December | 7°C44°F | 3°C37°F | 99 mm | 95% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Manchester?
May–Jul, Sep. May–Sep is warmest and driest; Christmas markets run Nov–Dec. Rain is frequent year-round; Jan–Feb is cold and grey.
When is the rainy season in Manchester?
Rain peaks in December with about 99 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Manchester?
July, with average highs of 20°C (67°F).
How cold does Manchester get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 2°C (35°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- Manchester Airport
- Visit Manchester
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.