August weather forecast
Leeds, United Kingdom

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Weather in August

In August, the Leeds weather presents itself in its most glorious form before bidding farewell to summer. Despite a marginal dip from July's peak, the city nestles comfortably in the warm embrace of 19.2°C (66.6°F). Carnivals, music festivals, and outdoor events continue to light up the city, drawing in large crowds. Leeds residents savor every bit of the remaining summer, making the most of August’s comfortable weather.

Temperature

The commencement of August in Leeds, United Kingdom, records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 19.2°C (66.6°F), barely varying from July's 19.5°C (67.1°F). Leeds experiences an average nighttime temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F) in the month of August.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Leeds, during August, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Leeds, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 406mm (15.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Leeds.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Leeds, United Kingdom, is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Leeds, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm BST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Leeds. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Leeds?

The high-temperature in Leeds, United Kingdom, during August is 19.2°C (66.6°F) and the low-temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Leeds?

The months with the lowest humidity are April, May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August in Leeds?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Leeds?

In Leeds, United Kingdom, during August, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Leeds?

May through October are months without snowfall in Leeds, United Kingdom.

How many hours of daylight does Leeds have in August?

The average day length in August in Leeds is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Leeds?

On the first day of August in Leeds, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:58 pm BST.

What month has the most sunshine in Leeds?

The month with the most sunshine in Leeds is August, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Leeds?

The average sunshine duration in August in Leeds is 7.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Leeds?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Leeds.

How high is the UV index in August in Leeds?

In Leeds, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average temperature in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in August: 19.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average pressure in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average humidity in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in August: 44mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average UV index in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in August: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in August
Leeds, United Kingdom

Average visibility in August - Leeds, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July, September, October and November (8km).

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