Manchester · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 60°F, low 46°F. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 18 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
60° / 46°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
18/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Manchester
Sunrise
05:08
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:03
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 May
The kit for May in Manchester: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+6° avg high
+2 rain days
Manchester in April →
May
60°F avg high
18 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-6° avg high
0 rain days
Manchester in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Manchester in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Manchester in May?+
Average high 60°F, average low 46°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Manchester?+
Compared to April (avg high 55°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 66°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Manchester in May?+
Expect about 18 measurable rain days in May, on average.