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Greater Manchester Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in April.

Considering a trip to Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Greater Manchester in April

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Greater Manchester generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Manchester.

To explore the conditions in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Leigh with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Rochdale with 79 mm (3.1 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Manchester usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Manchester as an example - it receives around 138 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Greater Manchester by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Greater Manchester - and find the best time to visit. (based on Manchester)

Best Places to Visit in Greater Manchester in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Greater Manchester.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Greater Manchester

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Greater Manchester (April)

Precipitation variation in Greater Manchester (April)

Manchester

In April Manchester generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
138 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Hale

In April Hale generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
138 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Stockport

In April Stockport generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
138 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Bolton

In April Bolton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
139 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Altrincham

In April Altrincham generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
138 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Greater Manchester, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Greater Manchester in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manchester 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Hale 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Stockport 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Bolton 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Altrincham 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Sale 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Greater Manchester weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in April?

In April, Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom generally has mixed weather conditions. Manchester sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in April?

Daytime temperatures in Manchester peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in April, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom. Manchester averages only about 76 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom with often mixed weather in Manchester.

On average, the best time to visit Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally excellent weather in Manchester. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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