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Manchester in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Manchester in November 2025

OK Weather
Cool
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
November could be a good time to visit Manchester, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +10°C, and there are typically 2 sunny days in November. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 79 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+10°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
79 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Manchester has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Manchester in November

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

The expected average maximum temperature in November is +10°C with a maximum of +15°C and a minimum of -2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 65% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +4°C.

Is Manchester warm or cold in November?

Manchester is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +14°C to +10°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +5°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Manchester:

Water temperature in Manchester in November

Water in Manchester in November is Cold. It varies from +8°C to +10°C, with an average of +9°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +10°C.

In November, 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 November?

We would not recommend swimming in Manchester in November, the water is very cold (+9°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
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 November

Manchester weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+14°C+10°C+8°C
Min. temperature
-2°C-6°C-12°C
Max. temperature
+27°C+18°C+16°C
Rainfall
92 mm79 mm90 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C+9°C+8°C
Humidity
82%84%85%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1011 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
91010
Rainy days
191817
Snowy days
001

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +14°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +10°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 92 mm to 79 mm. Humidity rises from 82% to 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

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

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 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 November, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Manchester based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 131 mm, with a 70% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how November 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 November in Manchester?

This is the weather in Manchester in November 2023:
1 November
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+15°C
2 November
🌧️
+12°C
3 November
🌧️
+12°C
4 November
🌧️
+10°C
5 November
🌧️
+12°C
6 November
🌧️
+12°C
7 November
🌧️
+11°C
8 November
☁️
+11°C
9 November
🌧️
+10°C
10 November
☁️
+10°C
11 November
☀️
+9°C
12 November
🌧️
+9°C
13 November
🌧️
+13°C
14 November
🌧️
+12°C
15 November
🌧️
+11°C
16 November
☁️
+10°C
17 November
☁️
+10°C
18 November
🌧️
+15°C
19 November
🌧️
+13°C
20 November
☁️
+11°C
21 November
☁️
+11°C
22 November
☁️
+12°C
23 November
🌧️
+13°C
24 November
☀️
+10°C
25 November
☁️
+5°C
26 November
☁️
+7°C
27 November
☁️
+7°C
28 November
☁️
+7°C
29 November
☀️
+2°C
30 November
☀️
+4°C
In November 2023 Manchester had 4 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +10°C, with an absolute maximum of +15°C and a minimum of +2°C. The average humidity was 90%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 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 November 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Manchester?

It’s always a good time to visit Manchester, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Manchester in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Manchester in November?

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

Is Manchester rainy in November?

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

Is it sunny in Manchester in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Manchester in November, 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.