Day one of Parklife 2026 was marked by uncharacteristic sunshine in Greater Manchester, with festivalgoers swapping ponchos and wellies for sunglasses and bucket hats. Saturday, June 20, saw tens of thousands of music fans gather at Heaton Park from midday, eager for secret sets and new stages. The Valley stage drew large crowds throughout the day, with sets from Prospa and Josh Baker setting the tone.
According to the latest Met Office data for Prestwich, Sunday's forecast suggests that festivalgoers may avoid the notorious mudbath conditions entirely. Parklife operates a strict final entry cut-off at 5pm and an 11pm curfew, with a no re-entry policy.
Hour-by-Hour Forecast for Sunday, June 21
Here is the detailed forecast for day two of Parklife 2026:
- 11am: Sunny intervals, 21°C (feels like 20°C). Rain risk low at 10%, gentle 6 mph breeze.
- 12pm (Gates Open): Cloud, 22°C (feels like 21°C). Rain risk 20%.
- 1pm: Cloud, 22°C (feels like 21°C). Winds gentle at 6 mph, rain risk 30%.
- 2pm: Cloud, 22°C (feels like 22°C). Rain risk 30%.
- 3pm: Cloud, 22°C (feels like 22°C). Rain risk climbing to 40%.
- 4pm: Chance of rain, 22°C (feels like 22°C). Winds at 7 mph, 60% chance of rain.
- 5pm (Last Entry): Chance of rain, 22°C (feels like 22°C). Gates close, rain chance 60%.
- 6pm: Cloud, 21°C (feels like 21°C). Rain chance drops to 40%.
- 7pm: Cloud, 21°C (feels like 20°C). Rain chance 30%.
- 8pm: Cloud, 20°C (feels like 20°C). Rain chance 10%.
- 9pm (Sunset): Cloud, 20°C (feels like 19°C). Less than 5% chance of rain.
- 10pm (Headliners): Cloud, 19°C (feels like 18°C). Less than 5% chance of rain.
- 11pm (Curfew): Cloudy but warm, 19°C (feels like 18°C). Less than 5% chance of rain.
Overall, the forecast indicates a slightly warmer but cloudier day than Saturday, with a higher chance of rain. While heavy showers are not expected, light showers are possible in the afternoon, so packing a poncho is advisable. UV levels are highest between 11am and 1pm, so sun protection is recommended. Stay hydrated, look after your friends, and enjoy the final day of Greater Manchester's most-anticipated festival weekend.
