Manchester · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 57°F, low 47°F. Humidity averages 84% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 20 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
57° / 47°F
Humidity
84%
Rain days
20/mo
Wind
14 mph
What October feels like in Manchester
Sunrise
07:38
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:11
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 October
The kit for October in Manchester: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-6° avg high
+2 rain days
Manchester in September →
October
57°F avg high
20 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+7° avg high
0 rain days
Manchester in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Manchester in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Manchester in October?+
Average high 57°F, average low 47°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Manchester?+
Compared to September (avg high 64°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 50°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Manchester in October?+
Expect about 20 measurable rain days in October, on average.