Weather in May in Derbyshire
Planning a getaway to Derbyshire 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 is the weather like in Derbyshire in May?
Derbyshire 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 and nighttime temperatures around 7°C in Matlock. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Derbyshire in May, check out the map below.For specific regional insights in Derbyshire, 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 to moderate rainfall in Millers Dale with 81 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Matlock enjoys close to 199 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Derbyshire climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Derbyshire's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Derbyshire?
Matlock
In May Matlock generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Derby
In May Derby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Bakewell
In May Bakewell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Buxton
In May Buxton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Ashbourne
In May Ashbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Derbyshire, in the United Kingdom.
Is May the best time to visit Derbyshire?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Derbyshire 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.
Interested in more climate information?
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