February · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Manchester in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manchester in February
Average temperature 6°C, 102 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.1/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 102 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Manchester scores 5.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 102 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Industrial-chic neighborhoods and football culture peak in milder May-September days.
February in Manchester — workable with trade-offs
Expect 6°C (43°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
102 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.1/10 on the same scale — 9th 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 proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Manchester — 3.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manchester in February?
- In February, Manchester averages 6°C, 102 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Manchester?
- February earns a 5.1/10 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 February?
- Expect about 102 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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