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Derby Climate by Month

The temperature in Derby varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to mild. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Derby experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 12°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Derby has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 917 mm of rainfall annually. Year-round, Derby has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 91 mm, and the driest month, April, with 65 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Derby. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.5 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Launceston, Australia (64 KM, 39 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Launceston, Australia (64 KM, 39 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Derby in Australia

During the months of January, February and March you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Derby?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Derby?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Derby?
    August tops the wettest month list with 91 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Derby?
    April is the driest month with 65 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Derby?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 286 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Derby

    Sun   Dec 15
    23°C | 9°C
    NW 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    27°C | 11°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    19°C | 10°C
    W 32 km/h
    1.4 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain