Derbyshire Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to Derbyshire, the United Kingdom this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Derbyshire in July

Derbyshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Derbyshire generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Hope at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Long Eaton at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Long Eaton and 11°C (52°F) in Hope. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom.

For specific regional insights in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Long Eaton with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Buxton with 98 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Matlock typically sees 183 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Derbyshire in July

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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

Temperature range in Derbyshire (July)

Precipitation variation in Derbyshire (July)

Matlock

In July Matlock generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Matlock →

Derby

In July Derby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
193 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Derby →

Buxton

In July Buxton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
181 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Buxton →

Ashbourne

In July Ashbourne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
193 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ashbourne →

Chesterfield

In July Chesterfield generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chesterfield →

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 July extremes

Notable July 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.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United Kingdom reached 39°C (102°F) in Nottingham on July 19, 2022.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matlock 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Derby 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Buxton 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Ashbourne 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Chesterfield 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Great Rowsley 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Derbyshire weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Derbyshire, the United Kingdom in July. The popular destination of Matlock averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Matlock, the average daytime high in July is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom during July, with Matlock averaging close to 80 mm (3.1 in).

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

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Derbyshire, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Matlock.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Matlock. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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