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The best time to visit Leeds

Month-by-month climate averages for Leeds, England, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

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Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Leeds is usually June, July, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.

Leeds is warmest in July (highs near 19°C) and coldest in January (lows around 1°C), with roughly 838 mm of precipitation across the year and December the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is June, July, August and September.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Leeds forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Leeds weather by month

what to expect in Leeds through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Leeds's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Leeds by season.

Jan
6°
1°
Cold
Feb
7°
2°
Cold
Mar
8°
2°
Cool
Apr
12°
4°
Cool
May
15°
7°
Mild
Jun
18°
9°
Mild
Jul
19°
12°
Mild
Aug
19°
12°
Mild
Sep
17°
10°
Mild
Oct
13°
7°
Cool
Nov
9°
4°
Cool
Dec
6°
3°
Cold
Wettest

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Leeds?
The most comfortable time to visit Leeds is usually June, July, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Leeds?
July is the warmest month in Leeds, averaging highs near 19°C.
What is the coldest month in Leeds?
January is the coldest month in Leeds, with lows around 1°C.
When is the rainy season in Leeds?
The wettest month in Leeds is usually December, out of roughly 838 mm of precipitation across the year.

Leeds month by month