Because it lies in the shelter of the Pennine Mountains, Leeds experiences less rainfall than other English towns or cities in the UK. However, the metropolis still gets its fair share of rain, measuring 65 mm for the month of July.
During this time of year too, days are long, with 16 recorded daylight hours, 5 of which are denoted by bright sunshine.
The average temperature for the month falls at 59 degrees on the Fahrenheit scale (15 degrees Celsius) - backed by a high daily temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit (or 20 degrees Celsius) and a low temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit ( or 11 degrees Celsius) at night.
Travellers like visiting Leeds in July as the temperatures are warmer than other times of the year, although you may still need a jacket during the day.
A popular hotel is the Park Plaza Hotel a four-star accommodation that provides easy access to shopping, transportation, restaurants and bars. Travellers also like the comfy and snug rooms at the Discovery Inn, which is only a short walk from the Victoria Quarter an exclusive shopping destination that features specialty retailers and boutique shops.
One of the places tourists like to visit is The Royal Armouries Museum. The museum, which features exhibits of armour and arms used over thousands of years for defence and warfare, provides an interesting look at historic weaponry.
You may also want to attend a rugby game at Headingley Stadium, or want to see a cricket match at the same complex. After the event, enjoy a repast at the Brasserie Blanc, situated beside the River Aire. The renovated 1800s mill features pillars made of cast iron and vaulted ceilings. Choose from French entrees or regional fare, such as smoked salmon cakes, cod from the North Sea, or chorizo sausage.
