🇬🇧 London vs Manchester 🇬🇧

London, United Kingdom vs Manchester, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 82 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇬🇧 Manchester
Avg annual high16°C13°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (20°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year111193
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, September

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇬🇧 Manchester

Best around June, July, September. Hottest in July (20°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Manchester warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Manchester?

Manchester is rainier — London sees about 82 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Manchester?

London is best around June, July, August; Manchester is best around June, July, September.

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