August Rainfall and Precipitation in Greater Manchester

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in August.

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences in August precipitation ranging from a moderate 96 mm (3.8 in) in Hale to a high 104 mm (4.1 in) in Standish. August falls during the summer season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Greater Manchester precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom receive in August?

In August, Manchester typically receives modest rainfall, around 96 mm (3.8 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in August?

Manchester sees roughly 16 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom.

What is the wettest city in August in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

Standish is the wettest city in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 104 mm (4.1 in).

What is the driest city in August in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

In our records, Hale stands out as the driest city in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom for August, averaging just 96 mm (3.8 in).

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