August Rainfall and Precipitation in West Yorkshire

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in August.

West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Darrington (74 mm (2.9 in)) to high in Todmorden (106 mm (4.2 in)). August falls during the summer season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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West Yorkshire precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom receive in August?

Rainfall in Leeds during August is on the lighter side, averaging about 80 mm (3.1 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in August?

Leeds sees roughly 14 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

August is generally a drier month for West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

Looking at our data, Todmorden tops the wettest-cities list in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 106 mm (4.2 in).

What is the driest city in August in West Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

The driest place is Darrington with an average rainfall of 74 mm (2.9 in) according to our data.

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