Best Time to Visit Manchester
Best time to visit Manchester: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Manchester
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Manchester month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 43° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 50° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 54° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 71° | 57° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 56° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 52° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 58° | 48° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 40° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 41° | 5,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Manchester compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Manchester.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 28 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 59 in |
| Liverpool | 31 mi | 52°F | about the same | 46 in |
| Merseyside | 31 mi | 52°F | about the same | 46 in |
| Yorkshire | 58 mi | 51°F | about the same | 33 in |
| York | 58 mi | 51°F | about the same | 33 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Manchester is a city in Greater Manchester. Manchester is known for Football, music and industrial heritage. It has a population of about 553.000.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Manchester with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 58°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Manchester is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 158 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 4.5°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Manchester today at 8.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Manchester right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:19 AM, Aug 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 69° / 59°
Light rain · 93% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 69° / 56°
Light showers · 87% rain · wind 11 mph
Things to do in Manchester
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Manchester.
Quick facts about Manchester
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Greater Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°28′50.9″N 2°14′33.4″W (53.4808, -2.2426) |
| Population | 553.000 |
| Known for | Football, music and industrial heritage |
| Local time | 12:19 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Explore Manchester
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Manchester?
Manchester is a city in Greater Manchester. Its coordinates are 53.4808, -2.2426. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Manchester right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Manchester?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Manchester, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Manchester in?
Manchester observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:19 AM.
How many people live in Manchester?
Manchester has a population of approximately 553.000.
What is the nearest airport to Manchester?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 158 mi away, Dublin Airport (DUB), 166 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 183 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Manchester?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, British Museum and River Thames.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 26, 2026 at 12:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
