Manchester · February
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 47°F, low 36°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 82% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 18 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
47° / 36°F
Humidity
82%
Rain days
18/mo
Wind
16 mph
What February feels like in Manchester
Sunrise
08:27
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:17
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 February
The kit for February in Manchester: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
February vs the surrounding months
vs January
+2° avg high
-4 rain days
Manchester in January →
February
47°F avg high
18 rain days
Best: midday
vs March
-3° avg high
-1 rain days
Manchester in March →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Manchester in February?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Manchester in February?+
Average high 47°F, average low 36°F.
How does February compare to surrounding months in Manchester?+
Compared to January (avg high 45°F), February is warmer. Compared to March (avg high 50°F), February is cooler.
Does it rain often in Manchester in February?+
Expect about 18 measurable rain days in February, on average.