Typical Run Score
88
Great
Manchester · September
Running in Manchester in September
Typical September running conditions in Manchester — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
58°F
Ideal
Avg dew point
52°F
Comfortable
Best window
6–11 AM
Local time
Manchester · today vs the September normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How September compares in Manchester
September ranks 4th of 12 months for running in Manchester, with a typical daytime Run Score of 88 (Great). For reference, the best month is May (score 91) and the hardest is January (score 80). The kindest window in September is typically 6–11 AM. Precipitation falls in roughly 24% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the September norm.
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Running in Manchester in September: FAQ
Is it good to run in Manchester in September?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 88 (Great), with temperatures around 58°F (15°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6–11 AM.
How hot is it for running in Manchester in September?
Typical temperatures average 58°F (15°C) (Ideal) with dew points near 52°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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