Manchester University (Greater Manchester) weather (2024)

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Is Manchester weather better than London? ›

Manchester Vs London Weather

Manchester is like the unofficial rain capital of the UK! The weather there does have a reputation for being s bit damp and drizzly. London, on the other hand, tends to be a bit drier, but you never know when an umbrella might come in handy.

Manchester Weather

Manchester has a generally mild climate with no extremes. The warmest months are July and August with an average temperature of 20℃, the coldest months are December, January and February with an average temperature of 4℃.

The period of December through February is really cold in Manchester and a treat for people who enjoy the cold. The average high temperature during the winters fluctuates between 11°C and 5°C, with rain or snowfall for at least 8-13 days in a month, making it rather dull time for incoming tourist traffic.

Data from the Met Office for Greater Manchester show that the highest recorded day time temperature was 37.2 on 19 July.

Eastbourne, Cornwall, Tiree, Central London, Aberdeen, and Bognor Regis are some of the sunniest places to live in the UK. Eastbourne, a seaside town in East Sussex, is one of the sunniest places in the UK. It has over 1800 hours of sunshine a year.

So, if you're looking for a city with plenty of educational opportunities, Manchester won't disappoint. London, in comparison, is a global city known for its diverse culture, iconic landmarks and being a major centre for finance and politics, which attracts millions of tourists each year.

Manchester was right at the heart of the Revolution, becoming the UK's leading producer of cotton and textiles. Manchester is also famous for being the first industrialised city in the world. Manchester was responsible for the country's first ever working canal in 1761 and the world's first ever railway line in 1830.

Summary of cost of living in Manchester, United Kingdom: A family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,723.2$ (2,908.7£) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,084.3$ (847.1£) without rent. Manchester is 35.7% less expensive than New York (without rent).

When does it snow in Manchester? It can snow in Manchester any time from November to March.

Manchester is situated between the Cheshire plain to the West and the Pennine hills to the East. The prevailing wind is Westerly, so warm, moisture-laden air from the Atlantic ocean is forced to rise when it reaches the hills.

What is the best time of year to visit Manchester? ›

Best time to visit Manchester is from March to August and in December. Spring (March to May) is a pleasant time to visit Manchester when the weather starts to warm up, and the city comes alive with blooming flowers and greenery. The temperatures are mild, ranging from 8°C to 15°C (46°F to 59°F).

Snow at Christmas time is pretty rare in Manchester. I have lived in the area for all of my 59 years, and can only remember proper snow (i.e. not just a few flakes, but stuff which sits on the ground for more than 24 hours) about 5 times - the worst of which was a couple of years ago.

The lowest temperature ever recorded in Manchester was −17.6 °C (0.3 °F) on 7 January 2010.

London generally has warmer weather than Manchester. The average mean temperature in London is 12.17°C (53.91°F) while Manchester's temperature is 10.33°C (50.59°F) and the difference is 1.84°C (35.31°F).

The East of England's Weather

The East of England is the furthest from the Atlantic Ocean and the weather is therefore least affected by it. This means that the East is generally drier, cooler and less windy than the rest of Britain and also experiences the largest range of temperatures.

On the mainland, it's Kent (also in southeast England) which is blessed with the most sunshine, followed by East and West Sussex. On the other end of the spectrum, the Southern Uplands of Scotland get the least sunshine in the UK, with an average of just 2 hours and 45 daily.

Greater Manchester has quaint market towns, traditional pubs, beautiful greenery and waterways – all within easy reach. In any one of the picturesque locations located just half an hour outside of the city centre, you can enjoy nature walks, cycling routes, breathtaking views and acres of stunning national parks.

With an average daytime temperature of 14.66°C degrees, the City of Westminster and the City of London are the warmest cities in the UK. They're closely followed by Southampton and Chelmsford.