Weather radar Leeds
Real-time precipitation radar · England · United Kingdom
Leeds climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Leeds shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 6.8° | 8.8° | 10.8° | 12.7° | 16.3° | 19.7° | 20.7° | 20.5° | 18.2° | 14.5° | 10.2° | 8.2° |
| Avg low (°C) | 2.1° | 3.8° | 4° | 4.4° | 8.4° | 11.2° | 13.2° | 13° | 11.1° | 9° | 5.5° | 4.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 82 | 66 | 62 | 48 | 68 | 49 | 85 | 50 | 78 | 97 | 75 | 89 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 15 |
| Sunshine hours | 120 | 132 | 216 | 293 | 312 | 357 | 324 | 312 | 218 | 159 | 113 | 83 |
| Humidity | 86% | 83% | 80% | 75% | 77% | 73% | 77% | 76% | 82% | 85% | 87% | 88% |
Best time to visit Leeds
The best time to visit Leeds is typically June. In this month the average high is 19.7°C, precipitation is 49 mm and sunshine duration is 357 hours. The annual average high is 13.9°C, total annual precipitation is 849 mm (154 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2639 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Leeds
How up to date is the weather radar for Leeds?
The weather radar for Leeds is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Leeds?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Leeds: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Leeds?
The thunderstorm potential for Leeds is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Leeds.
What is the climate like in Leeds?
Leeds has an annual average high of 13.9°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 20.7°C), the coldest January (avg low 2.1°C). The wettest month is October with 97 mm, the driest April with 48 mm. Total annual precipitation is 849 mm (154 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2639 hours.
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