Leeds weather in May (West Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

Will it be warm or cold in Leeds this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, Leeds usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Leeds in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 173 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Leeds climate page with graphs.

 

Leeds, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 173 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 35%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in May

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Leeds, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Leeds.

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