Manchester weather in April (Greater Manchester, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Manchester this April? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, April in Manchester includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 13°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Manchester in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 138 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Manchester climate page with graphs.

 

Manchester, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 84%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 138 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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