EnglandAverage weather for Leeds in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Leeds with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Leeds with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 7°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 16°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Leeds is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Leeds in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
15°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
17°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
12°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
55 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Leeds?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Leeds. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2020, Leeds reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Leeds
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Leeds, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Leeds
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Leeds, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Leeds.
Daily UV index in May in Leeds
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Leeds, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Leeds over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Leeds, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Leeds over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Leeds, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Leeds
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Leeds. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Leeds by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Leeds. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
