Manchester · April
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 55°F, low 40°F. Humidity averages 75% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
55° / 40°F
Humidity
75%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Manchester
Sunrise
06:08
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:10
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Manchester in April
The kit for April in Manchester: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-3 rain days
Manchester in March →
April
55°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: midday
vs May
-6° avg high
-2 rain days
Manchester in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Manchester in April?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Manchester in April?+
Average high 55°F, average low 40°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Manchester?+
Compared to March (avg high 50°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 60°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Manchester in April?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in April, on average.