Climate of Leeds, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Leeds. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Leeds, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January to 15.9°C / 60.6°F in July, with rainfall from 49 mm / 1.9 in to 76 mm / 3 in depending on the season (726 mm / 28.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.5°C38.3°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| February | 3.5°C38.3°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| March | 5.6°C42.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| April | 7.5°C45.5°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 10.6°C51.1°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| June | 13.6°C56.5°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 15.9°C60.6°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.6°C60.1°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| September | 13°C55.4°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| October | 9.7°C49.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 6.3°C43.3°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 4.5°C40.1°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Leeds?
The best months to visit Leeds, United Kingdom for sunny, dry weather are July. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 15.9°C / 60.6°F, and the driest is July with about 49 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Leeds?
Leeds, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January to 15.9°C / 60.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 726 mm / 28.6 in, with the wettest month being December (76 mm / 3 in) and the driest July (49 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Leeds?
The hottest month in Leeds is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.9°C / 60.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Leeds?
The coldest month in Leeds is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.5°C / 38.3°F.
When does it rain most in Leeds?
The wettest month in Leeds is December, averaging about 76 mm / 3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 49 mm / 1.9 in.