Leeds, United Kingdom Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Leeds
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.
Climate 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.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 13 | 2.6 in | 3.7 h/day | 86% |
| February | 46° | 36° | 13 | 3.1 in | 5.3 h/day | 83% |
| March | 49° | 37° | 14 | 3.1 in | 6.6 h/day | 81% |
| April | 53° | 39° | 11 | 2.0 in | 9.2 h/day | 76% |
| May | 60° | 45° | 12 | 2.5 in | 10.0 h/day | 77% |
| June | 65° | 51° | 12 | 2.8 in | 10.2 h/day | 76% |
| July | 68° | 54° | 14 | 3.2 in | 10.7 h/day | 76% |
| August | 67° | 54° | 13 | 2.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 78% |
| September | 63° | 51° | 12 | 3.0 in | 7.7 h/day | 81% |
| October | 56° | 46° | 15 | 3.6 in | 5.6 h/day | 84% |
| November | 49° | 40° | 12 | 2.9 in | 4.0 h/day | 87% |
| December | 46° | 38° | 15 | 3.3 in | 2.9 h/day | 88% |
Leeds month by month
Leeds weather in January
January brings highs around 44°F (7°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 13 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Leeds.
Leeds weather in February
February brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Leeds weather in March
March brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Leeds weather in April
April brings highs around 53°F (12°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 11 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Leeds.
Leeds weather in May
May brings highs around 60°F (15°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 12 wet days.
Leeds weather in June
June brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 12 wet days.
Leeds weather in July
July brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 14 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Leeds.
Leeds weather in August
August brings highs around 67°F (20°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 13 wet days.
Leeds weather in September
September brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 51°F (10°C), about 12 wet days.
Leeds weather in October
October brings highs around 56°F (14°C), lows near 46°F (8°C), about 15 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Leeds.
Leeds weather in November
November brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 40°F (5°C), about 12 wet days.
Leeds weather in December
December brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 38°F (4°C), about 15 wet days.
Seasons in Leeds
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.
Climate questions, answered
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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).
Pack for Leeds with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 54°F (12°C).
Leeds temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.