Best Time to Visit Manchester
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (21°C high); Oct is rainiest (91 mm).
Manchester weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.9 | 1.7 | 80 | 1 |
| Feb | 7.4 | 1.8 | 56 | 2 |
| Mar | 10 | 3.2 | 67 | 3.6 |
| Apr | 12.4 | 4.7 | 54 | 5.6 |
| May | 16.5 | 7.7 | 54 | 7.6 |
| Jun | 19 | 10.7 | 68 | 7.8 |
| Jul | 21 | 12.7 | 62 | 7.5 |
| Aug | 20.7 | 12.4 | 77 | 6.2 |
| Sep | 17.5 | 10.1 | 74 | 4.5 |
| Oct | 13.7 | 7.3 | 91 | 2.5 |
| Nov | 9.8 | 4.3 | 90 | 1.2 |
| Dec | 7.8 | 2.7 | 87 | 0.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: Jul
Hiking: MayJulJunApr
Sightseeing: JulJunMayAug
Manchester quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Manchester?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Oct, about 91 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 21°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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