When to go
Manchester in May
In May, Manchester averages daytime highs of 15°C and night-time lows of 7°C, with about 68 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 5th warmest and the 10th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually June, July and August.
- Average high
- 15°C
- Average low
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 68 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
Climate
Manchester weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 6 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 |
| Low °C | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Rain mm | 89 | 75 | 67 | 57 | 68 | 85 | 93 | 96 | 78 | 98 | 97 | 99 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Manchester
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport
★★★★Hotels13 km from centre
8.6
Excellent
Holiday Inn Express Manchester East by IHG
★★★Hotels5.5 km from centre
8.1
Very good
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
★★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
8.6
Excellent
Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport by IHG
★★★Hotels14 km from centre
8.4
Very good
ibis Budget Manchester Centre Pollard Street
★★Hotels1.1 km from centre
7.6
Good
Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly
★★★★Aparthotelsunder 1 km from centre
9.4
Exceptional
FAQ
Manchester in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Manchester?
May is not among the most comfortable months in Manchester; June, July and August are usually better. Expect highs around 15°C and 68 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Manchester in May?
The average daytime high in Manchester in May is 15°C and the average low is 7°C.
Does it rain in Manchester in May?
Manchester gets about 68 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 10th wettest month. Average humidity is 83%.
How much are hotels in Manchester in May?
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