2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Manchester in February

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

February is a wet time to visit Manchester. Manchester has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 9°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 26 rainy days per month.

Avg High

9°C

Avg Low

3°C

Rainy days

26days

Daylight

9.8h

Is February a good time to visit Manchester?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:31 AM

Sunset

5:17 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 4°C 17 Wet
February 9°C 3°C 26 Wet
March 10°C 2°C 12 Good
April 15°C 5°C 6 Good
May 17°C 7°C 4 Excellent (best)
June 19°C 11°C 22 Excellent (best)
July 18°C 12°C 21 Excellent (best)
August 20°C 13°C 19 Excellent (best)
September 17°C 9°C 12 Excellent (best)
October 13°C 7°C 23 Wet
November 11°C 6°C 20 Wet
December 7°C 2°C 22 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

Planning a trip to Manchester?

Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Manchester? +

February is typically Wet for visiting Manchester, with average highs of 9°C and around 26 rainy days.

What should I pack for Manchester in February? +

With highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Manchester in February? +

Manchester typically sees around 26 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Manchester in February? +

In February, Manchester gets approximately 9.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Manchester? +

No, February is not peak season in Manchester. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Manchester? +

The best months to visit Manchester are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/London)

Last Updated: January 2026

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