Derby weather in January (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in Derby during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Derby generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Derby in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 58 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Derby. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Derby climate page with graphs.

 

Derby, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 58 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nottingham, the United Kingdom (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in January

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Derby in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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