Monthly climate guide
Manchester weather in January
January in Manchester is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (42°F) and night-time lows near 2°C (35°F). The month usually brings about 90 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Manchester Cathedral — showers are likely.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
- In Manchester, January is mid-winter.
January is typically Manchester's coolest month.
Avg high
6°C
42°F
Avg low
2°C
35°F
Rainfall
90 mm
wet
Humidity
95%
relative
Sky
84%
cloud · often cloudy
Manchester weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | 2°C / 35°F | 90 mm | 95% | 84% |
| February | 7°C / 44°F | 2°C / 35°F | 82 mm | 93% | 82% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 2°C / 36°F | 71 mm | 89% | 77% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 39°F | 52 mm | 85% | 73% |
| May | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 64 mm | 82% | 71% |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 49°F | 93 mm | 83% | 75% |
| July | 19°C / 67°F | 11°C / 53°F | 87 mm | 83% | 73% |
| August | 19°C / 66°F | 11°C / 52°F | 98 mm | 85% | 78% |
| September | 17°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 78 mm | 87% | 76% |
| October | 13°C / 56°F | 7°C / 45°F | 97 mm | 91% | 79% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 40°F | 96 mm | 94% | 80% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 3°C / 38°F | 113 mm | 95% | 85% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Manchester?
Our Manchester guide recommends: May to September for the mildest, driest conditions.
Football fans can tour Old Trafford or the Etihad Stadium even outside match days — book stadium tours ahead of time.
Best time to visit Manchester →Other United Kingdom cities in January
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Manchester in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Manchester?
January is cool in Manchester, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Manchester in January?
Average highs are about 6°C (42°F) and average lows about 2°C (35°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Manchester in January?
Manchester typically gets around 90 mm of rain in January — wet.
When is the best time to visit Manchester?
May to September for the mildest, driest conditions.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Manchester (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.