Best Time to Visit Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
Leeds is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Leeds for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–May and July–September; the wetter half falls in June and October–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 3.7°C / 38.7°F in January to 16.3°C / 61.3°F in July, with rainfall from 48 mm / 1.9 in (July) to 78 mm / 3.1 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Leeds's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 16.3°C61.3°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Leeds?
The best time to visit Leeds for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 16.3°C / 61.3°F, and the driest is July with about 48 mm / 1.9 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Leeds's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Leeds?
The rainy season at Leeds, Leeds runs through June and October–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 60 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is December (78 mm / 3.1 in).
What is the driest month in Leeds?
The driest month in Leeds is July, averaging about 48 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.3°C / 61.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Leeds?
The least comfortable months for travel to Leeds — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 78 mm / 3.1 in in December, and the coldest month averages 3.7°C / 38.7°F.
Is Leeds climate different from United Kingdom overall?
Yes, usually. Our Leeds figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United Kingdom figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Leeds specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.