Climate of Manchester, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Manchester. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Manchester, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July, with rainfall from 54 mm / 2.1 in to 91 mm / 3.6 in depending on the season (855 mm / 33.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.3°C39.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| February | 4.6°C40.3°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| March | 6.5°C43.7°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 8.4°C47.1°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 11.9°C53.4°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| June | 14.6°C58.3°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| July | 16.6°C61.9°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| August | 16.3°C61.3°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| September | 13.7°C56.7°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| October | 10.5°C50.9°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| November | 7°C44.6°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| December | 5.2°C41.4°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Manchester?
Manchester, United Kingdom does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.6°C / 61.9°F, and the driest is April at 54 mm / 2.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Manchester?
Manchester, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 855 mm / 33.7 in, with the wettest month being October (91 mm / 3.6 in) and the driest April (54 mm / 2.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Manchester?
The hottest month in Manchester is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.6°C / 61.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Manchester?
The coldest month in Manchester is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.3°C / 39.7°F.
When does it rain most in Manchester?
The wettest month in Manchester is October, averaging about 91 mm / 3.6 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 54 mm / 2.1 in.