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Manchester, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Manchester, England?
Manchester, England gets 1335 mm of precipitation a year over about 220 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 19°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Oceanic climate
Manchester, England has mild summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 19°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 18° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 12° |
How much rain does Manchester get?
Manchester gets 1335 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 220 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 74% of the UK.
December is the wettest month, with 153 mm. May is the driest, with 82 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 22.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to May 22, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Manchester got 1278 mm of rain, against a normal of 1335 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 184 mm.
Manchester weather by month
Manchester weather in January
In January, Manchester averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1979).
Manchester weather in February
In February, Manchester averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2008) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Manchester weather in March
In March, Manchester averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2012) and the record low is -11°C (1986).
Manchester weather in April
In April, Manchester averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 24°C (2003) and the record low is -8°C (1978).
Manchester weather in May
In May, Manchester averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 30°C (2026) and the record low is -3°C (1979).
Manchester weather in June
In June, Manchester averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 32°C (2026) and the record low is -1°C (1989). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Manchester weather in July
In July, Manchester averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Manchester weather in August
In August, Manchester averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (2012). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Manchester weather in September
In September, Manchester averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1975).
Manchester weather in October
In October, Manchester averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1993).
Manchester weather in November
In November, Manchester averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 136 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2005) and the record low is -9°C (1993).
Manchester weather in December
In December, Manchester averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 14°C (2015) and the record low is -14°C (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Manchester
April is the sunniest month in Manchester, with estimated sunshine of 35% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 27% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Manchester is cloudier than 71% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in April at 72%.
First and last freeze in Manchester
The first fall freeze in Manchester typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 175 days.
Manchester weather records
These records cover BUXTON during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Manchester station is 36°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -14°C, on December 18, 1981.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 87 mm of precipitation, on July 15, 1973.
40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Manchester
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.
Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 10°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 6° | 122 mm | 21 | 88% | 25% | 13° | -13° |
| February | 1° | 6° | 116 mm | 19 | 85% | 21% | 16° | -13° |
| March | 2° | 8° | 99 mm | 18 | 80% | 29% | 19° | -11° |
| April | 3° | 11° | 86 mm | 16 | 72% | 35% | 24° | -8° |
| May | 6° | 14° | 82 mm | 16 | 75% | 31% | 30° | -3° |
| June | 9° | 17° | 91 mm | 16 | 74% | 33% | 32° | -1° |
| July | 11° | 19° | 101 mm | 17 | 79% | 25% | 36° | 3° |
| August | 11° | 18° | 102 mm | 18 | 80% | 30% | 34° | 2° |
| September | 9° | 16° | 106 mm | 16 | 83% | 27% | 27° | 0° |
| October | 6° | 12° | 142 mm | 20 | 87% | 22% | 23° | -6° |
| November | 3° | 8° | 136 mm | 22 | 89% | 22% | 16° | -9° |
| December | 1° | 6° | 153 mm | 22 | 90% | 19% | 14° | -14° |
Station: BUXTON, 33 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Manchester climate questions
How much rain does Manchester get?
Manchester gets 1335 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 220 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Manchester?
December is the wettest month in Manchester, with 153 mm. May is the driest, with 82 mm.
How many rainy days does Manchester have a year?
Manchester has about 220 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 22.
What is the hottest month in Manchester?
July is the warmest month in Manchester, with an average high of 19°C.
What is the coldest month in Manchester?
January is the coldest month in Manchester, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Manchester?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Manchester station is 36°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -14°C, on December 18, 1981.
What is the sunniest month in Manchester?
April is the sunniest month in Manchester, with estimated sunshine of 35% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Manchester?
The first fall freeze in Manchester typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 29.
What is the best time to visit Manchester?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.