January could be a good time to visit Manchester, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +45°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in January. However, expect about 17 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 75 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Manchester;
Average weather
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+45°F
Avg. max. temperature
+14°F
Min.
+59°F
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Manchester has OK weather in January.
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Average temperature in Manchester in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Manchester for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +46°F with a maximum of +54°F and a minimum of +28°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +48°F to +46°F.
Is Manchester warm or cold in January?
Manchester is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +46°F to +45°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +37°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Manchester, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Manchester in January
Water in Manchester in January is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +47°F, with an average of +46°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +45°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Manchester are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +53°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.
Can you swim in Manchester in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Manchester in January, the water is very cold (+46°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°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 January
Manchester weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+46°F
+45°F
+46°F
Min. temperature
+10°F
+14°F
+19°F
Max. temperature
+61°F
+59°F
+66°F
Rainfall
90 mm
75 mm
66 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+47°F
+46°F
+45°F
Humidity
85%
83%
80%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
2
Cloudy days
10
10
10
Rainy days
17
17
14
Snowy days
1
2
2
January often has better weather than December.It’s getting colder in January. From +46°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +45°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 90 mm to 75 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 85% to 83%.Winds are stronger in comparison to December, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in December to 1 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Manchester in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 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 increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Manchester based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 106 mm, with a 68% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Manchester based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in January is about 1 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.
January is one of the snowiest months in Manchester.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Manchester?
This is the weather in Manchester in January 2023:
1 January
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+48°F
2 January
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+44°F
3 January
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+54°F
4 January
🌧️
+54°F
5 January
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+53°F
6 January
☀️
+54°F
7 January
🌧️
+54°F
8 January
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+45°F
9 January
🌧️
+45°F
10 January
🌧️
+54°F
11 January
☀️
+48°F
12 January
🌧️
+52°F
13 January
🌧️
+47°F
14 January
🌧️
+48°F
15 January
🌧️
+44°F
16 January
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+38°F
17 January
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+33°F
18 January
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+41°F
19 January
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+40°F
20 January
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+43°F
21 January
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+40°F
22 January
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+39°F
23 January
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+44°F
24 January
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+44°F
25 January
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+48°F
26 January
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+46°F
27 January
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+44°F
28 January
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+45°F
29 January
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+47°F
30 January
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+48°F
31 January
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+47°F
In January 2023 Manchester had 8 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +46°F, with an absolute maximum of +54°F and a minimum of +34°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Manchester climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Manchester in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+53°F) and the highest in 2023 (+59°F). 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 January:
Is January a good time to visit Manchester?
It’s always a good time to visit Manchester, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Manchester in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Manchester in January?
Swimming in Manchester in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Manchester rainy in January?
Manchester is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Manchester in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Manchester in January, 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.
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.
