Amber extreme_heat warning
Following a warm night, a spell of very hot weather will affect England on Thursday. The highest temperatures will be in parts of the east, southeast and the Midlands, where 37 or even 38 Celsius could be reached. This may lead to impacts on transport, infrastructure and health.
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Tomorrow in Leeds looks
partly cloudy, with a high of 83°
and an overnight low of 66°.
Rain is unlikely (5% chance).
Winds top out near 13 mph,
and the UV index reaches 5 (moderate).
Leeds has a oceanic climate, marked by mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average daytime highs range from about 44°F (7°C) in January to around 68°F (20°C) in July, and the city records roughly 156 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Leeds weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 68°F (20°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 44°F (7°C)
Record high: 98°F (36°C) · Record low: 19°F (-7°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: October (15 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (10.7 h sun/day)
Climate type:oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
Snow: about 5 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 68°F (20°C) and overnight lows stay near 54°F (12°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 44°F (7°C) and lows around 35°F (2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 98°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 19°F (-7°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.6 inches (90 mm) of rain over 15 days, while April is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.7 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 5 days in a typical year, mostly from November through March.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Leeds is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 54°F (12°C) and nights around 40°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Leeds is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 67°F (19°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Leeds is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 46°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Leeds runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 46°F (8°C) and nights around 37°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 41 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Average temperatures in Leeds by month
Monthly averages for Leeds based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Leeds, with average highs of 68°F (20°C) and overnight lows near 54°F (12°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 98°F (36°C).
What is the coldest month in Leeds?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 44°F (7°C) and lows around 35°F (2°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 19°F (-7°C).
What is the rainiest month in Leeds?
October is typically the wettest month, averaging 3.6 inches (90 mm) of precipitation across about 15 days. April is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Leeds?
Yes. Leeds averages about 5 days of snowfall a year, concentrated November through March.
What is the best time to visit Leeds?
The best time to visit Leeds is generally April to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 63°F (17°C).
How sunny is Leeds?
Leeds averages 7.1 hours of sunshine per day across the year. July is the sunniest month at about 10.7 hours of sun a day.
Is Leeds humid?
Relative humidity in Leeds averages about 81% over the year, which feels very humid. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.