Derbyshire Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Derbyshire, the United Kingdom this January 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 January

Derbyshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. January in Derbyshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

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

To explore the conditions in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Long Eaton with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Birch Vale with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Matlock gets roughly 51 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Derbyshire (January)

Precipitation variation in Derbyshire (January)

Matlock

In January 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
51 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Derby

In January Derby 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
58 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Buxton

In January Buxton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
48 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Ashbourne

In January 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
58 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chesterfield

In January 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
51 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Derbyshire, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in the United Kingdom dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in Birmingham on January 14, 1982.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matlock 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Derby 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Buxton 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Ashbourne 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Chesterfield 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Great Rowsley 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Derbyshire weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Derbyshire, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Matlock sees daytime temperatures near 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

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

Average temperatures in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom during January 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 January?

Not particularly. Matlock averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Derbyshire, the United Kingdom.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Matlock. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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