Derby weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Derby, England in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Derby averages 17°C by day and 9°C at night. The wettest month is usually October.

May in Derby averages a daytime high of 17°C and an overnight low of 9°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Derby sees roughly 973 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Derby forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Derby weather by month

what to expect in Derby through the year

Here is Derby's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Derby by season.

Jan

7°

2°

Cold

Feb

10°

4°

Cool

Mar

10°

4°

Cool

Apr

12°

5°

Cool

May

17°

9°

Mild

Jun

20°

11°

Mild

Jul

20°

12°

Mild

Aug

20°

12°

Mild

Sep

19°

11°

Mild

Oct

15°

8°

Mild

Wettest

Nov

9°

4°

Cool

Dec

9°

5°

Cool

Common questions

How warm is Derby in May?

Derby averages a daytime high of 17°C in May, with overnight lows around 9°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.

Is May a good time to visit Derby?

The most comfortable time to visit Derby is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.

Does it rain a lot in Derby in May?

The wettest month in Derby is usually October. Across the year the city sees roughly 973 mm of precipitation.

Derby in other months

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