Leeds Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Leeds. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Generally, Leeds experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 859 mm yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The wettest period in Leeds occurs in June, which receives around 82 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Leeds experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 61 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. The city receives 191 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Leeds Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in the United Kingdom
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.





Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Leeds’s average annual precipitation is 859 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
How is Precipitation Measured?
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Interesting weather facts
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Leeds’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Leeds Climate page.