Manchester

Greater Manchester Weather in July

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

Are you planning a trip a to Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Greater Manchester in July

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Greater Manchester generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Manchester. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Leigh with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Rochdale with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Manchester receives about 181 hours of sunlight in July, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Greater Manchester (July)

Precipitation variation in Greater Manchester (July)

Manchester

In July Manchester generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
181 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Hale

In July Hale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
181 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Stockport

In July Stockport generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
181 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Bolton

In July Bolton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
173 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Altrincham

In July Altrincham generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
181 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 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.

In our records: the United Kingdom July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United Kingdom reached 39°C (102°F) in Nottingham on July 19, 2022.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manchester 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Hale 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Stockport 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Bolton 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Altrincham 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sale 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Greater Manchester weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in July. The popular destination of Manchester averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Manchester averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

July is on the drier side in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom. Manchester averages only about 95 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Manchester. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Manchester. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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