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Ellie Kemp

Great Manchester Run 2022 weather forecast for this weekend's races

It's not long to go until thousands of runners hit the streets of Manchester for one of the city's biggest races of the year.

The Great Manchester Run, taking place on Sunday 22 May, will see some 25,000 athletes participate in the the 10K and half marathon events. The routes cover many of the city's iconic landmarks, including both Old Trafford and Etihad stadiums and the Coronation Street set in Salford Quays.

The first wave kicks off at 8.30am, with start times staggered throughout the day and the last wave beginning at 12.47pm. The day will feature live music from eight entertainment zones, as well as thousands of cheering supporters.

Read more: Great Manchester Run 2022 start time, road closures, route and all you need to know

All the action will be broadcast live over on the BBC, however supporters can keep an eye out around Deansgate to watch people cross the finish line. But what kind of weather will be in store for the big day? Last year, sunny intervals graced the races - will runners have the same luck this year?

Unfortunately the typical Manchester rain is likely making an appearance on Sunday, but not until the afternoon. The morning will start off largely cloudy - but perhaps more importantly - dry, with temperatures of 13C.

It will get warmer as the day goes on, with the temperature stretching to a pleasant 18C. But the first of the 'light rain showers' will fall from around 1pm, according to the Met Office. A gentle breeze from the south west will also be felt, according to the BBC.

The rain showers will last throughout the afternoon and into the evening, eventually clearing up at around 10pm.

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