Lead for delivery in January traded higher by Re one, or 0.74 per cent to Rs 136.95 per kg with a turnover of 158 lots at the Multi Commodity Exchange.
The metal for delivery in February gained 70 paise or 0.51 per cent to Rs 137.25 per kg in a business volume of two lots.
Market analysts said pick up in demand at the domestic spot markets, particularly from battery-makers, influenced lead prices at futures trade.