Derbyshire Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Derbyshire, the United Kingdom this May 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 May

Derbyshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. May in Derbyshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Matlock.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Long Eaton with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Millers Dale with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Matlock sees around 199 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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)
Best Time to Visit Derbyshire →

Best Places to Visit in Derbyshire in May

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

Temperature range in Derbyshire (May)

Precipitation variation in Derbyshire (May)

Matlock

In May Matlock generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Matlock →

Derby

In May Derby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Derby →

Buxton

In May Buxton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Buxton →

Ashbourne

In May Ashbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
193 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ashbourne →

Chesterfield

In May Chesterfield generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
199 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Chesterfield →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matlock 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Derby 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Buxton 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Ashbourne 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Chesterfield 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Great Rowsley 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Derbyshire weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Derbyshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Matlock average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Matlock.

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

May is on the drier side in Derbyshire, the United Kingdom. Matlock averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Derbyshire, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Matlock. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Matlock. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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