Runners will face mild temperatures starting at 57°F and peaking at 64°F, with humidity averaging 70%. A headwind in Mile 1 will challenge pacing, while tailwinds from Miles 2 to 4 may offer relief. To counteract the wind, runners should consider starting conservatively and strategize hydration to maintain performance throughout the gently rolling course.

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The Great Manchester Run kicks off on Portland Street and wraps up at Deansgate near the towering Beetham Tower. Originally a 10K, it now also offers a half marathon. This urban course is pretty flat and takes you past landmarks like Old Trafford, Trafford Park, and the Coronation Street set. Half marathoners get a unique route that swings by the Etihad Stadium for an extra bit of variety.

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When is the 2026 Great Manchester Run?

The 2026 Great Manchester Run will be held on Sunday May 31, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Great Manchester Run?

The forecast calls for a high of 64°F and a low of 56°F with a 0% chance of rain.

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Based on 18 years of data

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59°F

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39%

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Dew47°F

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Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	51°/64°	-	44°
2024 Great Manchester Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2024	53°/62°	Light	52°
2023 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	54°/68°	-	43°
2022 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2022	55°/66°	-	52°
2019 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	54°/62°	-	47°
2018 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	55°/70°	-	49°
2017 Great Manchester Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2017	56°/60°	Light	53°
2016 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	53°/64°	Light	53°
2015 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2015	47°/53°	Light	44°
2014 Great Manchester Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2014	58°/70°	-	52°
2013 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	46°/61°	-	43°
2012 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2012	43°/52°	-	42°
2011 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	48°/51°	-	44°
2010 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2010	46°/54°	-	43°
2009 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2009	45°/52°	Light	44°
2008 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2008	47°/53°	-	38°
2007 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2007	50°/56°	Light	46°
2006 Great Manchester Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2006	48°/51°	Light	46°