Derbyshire Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom in February.

Thinking about venturing to Derbyshire, the United Kingdom this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Derbyshire in February

Derbyshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Derbyshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Matlock.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Derbyshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Long Eaton with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Millers Dale with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Matlock experiences about 79 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Derbyshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Derbyshire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Matlock)

Best Places to Visit in Derbyshire in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Derbyshire.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Derbyshire

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Derbyshire (February)

Precipitation variation in Derbyshire (February)

Matlock

In February Matlock generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
79 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Derby

In February Derby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
80 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Buxton

In February Buxton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
67 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Ashbourne

In February Ashbourne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
80 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Chesterfield

In February Chesterfield generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
79 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Derbyshire in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matlock 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Derby 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Buxton 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Ashbourne 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Chesterfield 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Great Rowsley 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Derbyshire weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom in February?

February in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In Matlock, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom in February?

Average temperatures in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom during February range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Matlock.

Does Derbyshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Matlock averages just 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Derbyshire, the United Kingdom.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Derbyshire, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Matlock, February may not be the ideal time to visit Derbyshire, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Matlock. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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