Manchester

Greater Manchester Weather in October

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

Considering a trip to Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom this October 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 October

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Greater Manchester generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Manchester.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saddleworth with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Standish with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during October. Manchester experiences about 97 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better 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 October

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

Temperature range in Greater Manchester (October)

Precipitation variation in Greater Manchester (October)

Manchester

In October Manchester generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
97 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Hale

In October Hale generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
97 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Stockport

In October Stockport generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
97 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Bolton

In October Bolton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
88 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Altrincham

In October Altrincham generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
97 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 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 October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manchester 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Hale 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Stockport 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Bolton 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Altrincham 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Sale 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Greater Manchester weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom generally has tolerable weather conditions. Manchester sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

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

In Manchester, the average daytime high in October is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom during October, with Manchester averaging close to 91 mm (3.6 in).

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Manchester, October might be a good time to visit Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Manchester. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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