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Manchester in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Manchester in July and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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July

Weather in Manchester in July 2025

Good Weather
Mild
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Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Manchester in July is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +20°C during the day, and approximately 3 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 19 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in July around 89 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
89 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Manchester has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Manchester in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Manchester for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in July is +20°C with a maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +10°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +17°C.

Is Manchester warm or cold in July?

Manchester is typically mild in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +18°C to +20°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +13°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Manchester, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Manchester in July

Water in Manchester in July is Cold. It varies from +9°C to +12°C, with an average of +10°C. The air temperature averaging +20°C is higher than the water temperature.

In July, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Manchester are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +12°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +7°C.

Can you swim in Manchester in July?

We would not recommend swimming in Manchester in July, the water is very cold (+10°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Manchester in July

Manchester weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+18°C+20°C+20°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+7°C+5°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+38°C+33°C
Rainfall
85 mm89 mm90 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+9°C+10°C+12°C
Humidity
73%74%76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
332
Cloudy days
778
Rainy days
191920
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +18°C to +20°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 85 mm to 89 mm. Humidity rises from 73% to 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.

Next month (August) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Manchester in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Manchester is gradually decreasing during July, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Manchester based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 259 mm, with a 84% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 37 mm, which is moderate rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Manchester wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 48% chance of precipitation and 66 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Manchester?

This is the weather in Manchester in July 2023:
1 July
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+19°C
2 July
🌧️
+19°C
3 July
🌧️
+18°C
4 July
☁️
+19°C
5 July
☁️
+19°C
6 July
☁️
+22°C
7 July
☁️
+26°C
8 July
☀️
+26°C
9 July
🌧️
+24°C
10 July
☁️
+20°C
11 July
🌧️
+19°C
12 July
🌧️
+20°C
13 July
☁️
+21°C
14 July
🌧️
+18°C
15 July
🌧️
+20°C
16 July
🌧️
+20°C
17 July
🌧️
+20°C
18 July
🌧️
+17°C
19 July
🌧️
+21°C
20 July
☀️
+21°C
21 July
🌧️
+19°C
22 July
🌧️
+18°C
23 July
🌧️
+18°C
24 July
☁️
+18°C
25 July
☀️
+20°C
26 July
☁️
+22°C
27 July
🌧️
+20°C
28 July
☁️
+22°C
29 July
☁️
+22°C
30 July
🌧️
+19°C
31 July
🌧️
+17°C
In July 2023 Manchester had 3 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 18 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +20°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Manchester climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Manchester in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+12°C) and the highest in 2023 (+15°C). The driest year was 1995 with only 663 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1557 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Manchester in July:

Is July a good time to visit Manchester?

July is a really good time to go to Manchester. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Manchester.

Can you sunbathe in Manchester in July?

July has mild temperatures in Manchester. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Manchester in July?

Swimming in Manchester in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Manchester rainy in July?

Manchester is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Manchester in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Manchester in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in United Kingdom

Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.

Monthly weather in Manchester

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Manchester, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.