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Leigh Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Leigh is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Leigh, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a chilly 8°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Leigh experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1065 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Leigh occurs in December, which receives around 105 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Leigh experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 74 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Leigh, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.2 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Warrington, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Warrington, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Forecast for Leigh

Sat   Jan 11
2°C | -9°C
E 2 m/s
3.1 mm
broken clouds and small chance of snow

broken clouds and small chance of snow

Sun   Jan 12
4°C | -1°C
E 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
6°C | 2°C
S 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Leigh in the United Kingdom

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Leigh?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Leigh?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Leigh?
    December tops the wettest month list with 105 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Leigh?
    May is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Leigh?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 187 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.