Manchester Weather in May
In May, Manchester averages a high of 15°C (59°F) and a low of 7°C (44°F), based on 56 years of historical weather data from RINGWAY.
15°C
Average high
59°F
7°C
Average low
44°F
31°C
Record high
87°F · 2026
-3°C
Record low
27°F · 1979
What to Expect in Manchester in May
Typical May days in Manchester reach 15°C (59°F) during the afternoon and cool to around 7°C (44°F) overnight. On average, measurable rain falls on about 50% of days this month. Over the past 56 years, May temperatures in Manchester have ranged from a record high of 31°C (2026) down to a record low of -3°C (1979).
For a day-by-day look or other months, see the full Manchester weather history.