In Manchester, a heatwave means temperatures of 25°C or more for three consecutive days.
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Hot weather can be dangerous, especially for older people, young children, and those with health problems. Combined with air pollution, it can also worsen breathing problems or heart conditions.
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Manchester’s cool spaces
Cool spaces are indoor venues that help reduce health risks during hot weather. They are not meant to provide medical care or support to vulnerable people. Instead, they offer:
- shelter from the sun,
- free water,
- a place to cool down and;
- resting areas.
The Manchester libraries are cool spaces. They are friendly locations and offer easy access to drinking water. Please ask a staff member for help in getting free water.
- Abraham Moss Library
- Arcadia Library and Leisure Centre (Levenshulme)
- Avenue Library and Learning Centre
- Barlow Moor Community Library
- Brooklands Library
- Burnage Library, Activity and Information Hub
- Central Library
- Chorlton Library
- City Library
- Didsbury Library
- Fallowfield Community Library
- Forum Library Wythenshawe
- Gorton Library
- Hulme High Street Library, Library and Leisure Centre
- Longsight Library and Learning Centre
- Miles Platting Community Library
- Moss Side Powerhouse Library
- New Moston Community Library
- Newton Heath Library
- North City Library
- Northenden Community Library
- Withington Library
Advice on keeping cool during hot days
Anyone can become unwell if they get too hot. Yet, some people are at a higher risk of serious illness. You can find information on staying safe in hot weather and cooling your home on the Beat the Heat website. This includes videos, a leaflet and an at-home checklist.
Refill Manchester: Free Water Bottle Refill Stations
Did you know you can refill your water bottle for free throughout the city?
Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to beat the heat. Bring a water bottle with you when you are out in Manchester. There are hundreds of locations in the city where you can fill it up for free.
Use the Refill app to find free drinking water around Manchester. Whether grabbing coffee or shopping, Refill helps reduce plastic waste.
Find your closest Refill Station by downloading the Refill app for: