May Rainfall and Precipitation in Greater Manchester

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

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in May ranging from moderate in Leigh (74 mm (2.9 in)) to moderate in Rochdale (80 mm (3.1 in)).

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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 May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Greater Manchester precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Manchester typically receives modest rainfall, around 77 mm (3 in), making this a relatively dry month.

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

On average, Manchester has about 16 days days of rain in May.

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

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

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

In our database, Rochdale stands out as having an average rainfall level of 80 mm (3.1 in), making it the wettest location.

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

Leigh is the driest city we have data for in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom in May, with monthly rainfall close to 74 mm (2.9 in).

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