Derby Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Derby experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 12°C (54°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in January to around 5°C (41°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Derby has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 917 mm (36 in) 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 (3.6 in), and the driest month, April, with 65 mm (2.6 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Derby Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Derby.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 70%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 48%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year