If you're planning anything outdoors in Leeds, the "Yorkshire is grim and rainy" reputation is overstated — Leeds is actually drier than several southern cities, partly thanks to the Pennines on the western horizon shielding it from the worst Atlantic systems. The catch is that the same hills mean colder winters and a noticeable difference between the city and the moors just to the west: anything heading toward Ilkley, Otley or Saddleworth gets a different climate to anything in central Leeds.
Check today's verdict in the app →If you're cycling in Leeds, the wind direction matters more than rainfall — westerly winds funnel down off the Pennines and any ride heading west or northwest means a serious headwind, while the city itself sits in a partial rain shadow.
WeatherForIt gives you an instant Yes / Take Care / Best Avoided for Cycling in Leeds right now — based on live conditions for the next few hours.
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