Manchester geography is predominantly comprised of a flat land with the picturesque Pennine hills at the periphery of the city. Manchester lies in the north of England. Geography of Manchester has largely influenced the climatic conditions of the region. The city experiences a damp climate and irregular showers of rain. Manchester's average annual rainfall is around 809 mm. The geographical coordinates of Manchester is 53°28?0? North latitude and 2°14?0? West longitude. The city lies nearly 257 km northwest of London.
Geographical Features of Manchester
Manchester is nestled in a bowl-shaped basin. The north and east of the city is encircled by the Pennine hills, a vast mountain chain stretching from Northern England and to the south along the Cheshire Plain. The River Mersey dissects the city into two halves at the southern part. The confluence point of River Irwell, Medlock and Irk is very near to the Manchester city center, which lies on the east bank of the River Irwell. The city is a low lying land situated between 115 to 138 feet above the sea level.
The southern interiors of Manchester city is a flat land. The high rise buildings of the city are clearly visible
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from this region at the foothills of the Pennine Hills. All the highlands of Manchester remain invariably snow capped during the winter months. The geographical features of Manchester are responsible in many ways for the industrial development of the city. Manchester is known as the world's first industrial city.
Climate of Manchester
Temperate maritime climate prevails in Manchester as in the British Isles. The city experiences relatively cool summers and pleasant winters. There is incessant, but usually light rainfall all round the year. The city's average annual rainfall is around 806.6 millimeters. Manchester has a comparatively high humidity level. Snowfall occurs seldom, due to the urban warming effect. The Pennine and Rossendale Forest hills surrounding the city to its east and north, experience more snow fall and the roads usually remain blocked.
The best time to visit Manchester is between July to August, which is the peak tourist season. The months of March and October are cold and wet. November to February remains cloudy and dark. Gathering relevant information about Manchester geography is essential for the tourists while planning a trip to this spectacular city.
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