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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the PressHive weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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For Manchester on Tuesday, expect a mostly cloudy day with occasional light rain, the live forecast above showing temperatures holding near 7°C. This unsettled pattern continues into midweek, so keep a coat handy for the city and its surrounding towns.
Will the rain clear up for the weekend?
The band of cloud and drizzle shown in the live forecast above is expected to break up slowly from Friday. By Saturday, Manchester should see brighter spells, though a few showers remain possible, particularly towards the Peak District. Temperatures will lift slightly, reaching around 9°C by Sunday afternoon.
What is the outlook for next week?
Next week brings a shift to more settled conditions across Greater Manchester. High pressure builds from the west, meaning drier days from Monday onwards with lighter winds. Overnight frosts are possible in outlying areas like Salford and Bolton, but daytime temperatures should stay near 10°C.
Will Manchester see any snow this week?
No significant snow is expected. The air is too mild for settling snow in the city, though higher ground on the Pennine fringes may see a few wet flakes early on Thursday.
When will the next dry day be?
Sunday looks the driest day for Manchester this week. The cloud should thin out by midday, giving way to a largely dry afternoon across the city centre and the suburbs.
Is this weather normal for March?
It is fairly typical. Manchester often sees a mix of cloud and drizzle in March as the season transitions. The UK weather hub shows this pattern is common for the northwest.
Sources
For those planning ahead, the manchester weather bbc page offers a reliable look at the weather in manchester 10 days. If you need to check the weather in manchester tomorrow or the manchester weather next 14 days, the live forecast above updates regularly. For a longer view, the manchester weather next 30 days outlook is also available, alongside the manchester weather hourly breakdown in manchester weather celsius. Residents in the northwest can also check Liverpool Weather for coastal comparisons.