MANCHESTER CLIMATE INSIGHTS

Manchester Flood Risk: More Rain Than Any English City, But Lower Flood Risk Than Leeds

22 March 2026 - LocalRisk

Manchester's long-term annual rainfall averages around 850mm - the highest of any major English city - yet only 10.2% of postcodes fall within high flood risk zones, below Leeds, Cambridge and Bristol.

Manchester receives more annual rainfall than any English city yet has lower flood risk than Leeds (10.2% vs 13.8% of postcodes). Flood risk follows rivers, not rain gauges. Free postcode checker covering flood, heat and air quality.

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