Climate & Weather in Manchester

Manchester has a real, genuine humid continental climate with warm summers (July average high approximately 81.7°F) and cold, snowy winters (January average low around 18°F, approximately 57 inches of annual snowfall) -- four distinct seasons typical of its New England setting.

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Warm Summers

July, Manchester's warmest month, is cited with an average high around 81.7°F -- genuine, comfortable New England summer conditions.

Cold, Snowy Winters

January, the coldest month, is cited with an average low around 18°F, with the city receiving approximately 57 inches of annual snowfall -- real, genuine winter conditions, with December cited as the snowiest single month at approximately 2.99 inches on average per one source's monthly breakdown methodology.

Annual Precipitation and Four Distinct Seasons

Manchester receives approximately 43 inches of annual precipitation, and experiences four genuinely distinct seasons under a humid continental climate marked by strong seasonal temperature swings due to its inland New England location.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.