April · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Manchester in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manchester in April
Average temperature 9°C, 58 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.0/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Manchester scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 9°C, 58 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Industrial-chic neighborhoods and football culture peak in milder May-September days.
April in Manchester — reliably good (3rd best month)
Expect 9°C (48°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 58 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manchester in April?
- In April, Manchester averages 9°C, 58 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Manchester?
- April earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Manchester in April?
- Expect about 58 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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