August weather forecast
Manchester, United Kingdom

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The old and new buildings of the town hall in Manchester, United Kingdom, within the city center
The old and new buildings of the town hall in Manchester, United Kingdom, within the city center

Weather in August

In August, Manchester continues its dance with summer, albeit with a slight dip in the temperature scale. August distinguishes itself from July with a slightly lower average high temperature, which rests at 18.5°C (65.3°F). Despite this, daylight hours remain extensive, providing ample opportunity to enjoy the city’s parks and green spaces. Occasional patches of low clouds often lend a picturesque expanse to the city’s skyline. Periodic rain showers keep the city’s streets lively, adding a rhythmic cadence to the summer setting.

Temperature

August in Manchester observes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.5°C (65.3°F), marking an insignificant difference from July's 19.3°C (66.7°F). Manchester records a steady low-temperature average of 11.8°C (53.2°F) during August.

Humidity

In Manchester, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Manchester, United Kingdom, in August, during 20.3 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Manchester, United Kingdom, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 524mm (20.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Manchester.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Manchester, the average sunshine in August is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Manchester are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during August translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Manchester in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Manchester, is 18.5°C (65.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.8°C (53.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Manchester?

The average relative humidity in August in Manchester, United Kingdom, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Manchester?

In Manchester, United Kingdom, during August, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Manchester?

In Manchester, snow does not fall in May through October.

How many hours of daylight does Manchester have in August?

In Manchester, the average day length in August is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Manchester?

On the first day of August in Manchester, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Manchester?

In Manchester, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in August is 6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Manchester?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Manchester?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Manchester is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average temperature in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average humidity in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.5 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average UV index in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in August
Manchester, United Kingdom

Average visibility in August - Manchester, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, November and December (8km).

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