The best times to visit Derby for ideal weather are

April 16th to June 3rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Derby Travel Info

Weather in Derby

Temperature

Average temperatures in Derby vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Derby, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 94.9°F (34.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.3°F (22.4°C) at night.

Derby Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Derby Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Derby Perceived Temperature (F)

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Derby Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Derby Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 45.7 32.7 22.8
Feb 47.7 35 25.3
Mar 61.8 48.3 37.9
Apr 70.4 57.2 47
May 78.7 66.8 56.8
Jun 89.1 77.7 67.5
Jul 92.8 80.9 70.5
Aug 91.9 79.7 69.1
Sep 84.4 71.4 61
Oct 72.2 59.2 48.4
Nov 59.2 46.7 36.3
Dec 46.1 34.7 25.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.6 0.4 -5.1
Feb 8.7 1.7 -3.7
Mar 16.6 9.1 3.3
Apr 21.3 14 8.3
May 25.9 19.3 13.8
Jun 31.7 25.4 19.7
Jul 33.8 27.2 21.4
Aug 33.3 26.5 20.6
Sep 29.1 21.9 16.1
Oct 22.3 15.1 9.1
Nov 15.1 8.2 2.4
Dec 7.8 1.5 -3.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Derby are January, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Derby? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Derby is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Derby.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Derby (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 2.8 0.3
Feb 11% 3.7 1.2
Mar 14% 2.2 3
Apr 19% 0 3.2
May 29% 0 5.6
Jun 24% 0 5.7
Jul 19% 0 3.7
Aug 17% 0 3.4
Sep 16% 0 2.8
Oct 13% 0 2.5
Nov 10% 1.2 1.5
Dec 7% 2.4 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 7.1 0.8
Feb 11 9.4 3
Mar 14 5.6 7.6
Apr 19 0 8.1
May 29 0 14.2
Jun 24 0 14.5
Jul 19 0 9.4
Aug 17 0 8.6
Sep 16 0 7.1
Oct 13 0 6.4
Nov 10 3 3.8
Dec 7 6.1 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Derby has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (50.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (60.7%).

Wind in Derby is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and June. April’s average wind speed of around 11.6 knots (13.3 MPH or 21.4 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 20.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Derby.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.5 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Feb 9.9 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Mar 10.9 Gentle breeze 18.8 Strong breeze
Apr 11.6 Significant breeze 19.9 Strong breeze
May 10.2 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Jun 10.4 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Jul 8.6 Gentle breeze 15.7 Strong breeze
Aug 8.4 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Sep 9 Gentle breeze 15.7 Strong breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Nov 10.2 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Dec 9.3 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51.7%
Feb 55.7%
Mar 54.4%
Apr 52.5%
May 60.7%
Jun 59.8%
Jul 55.3%
Aug 54.3%
Sep 54.5%
Oct 50.5%
Nov 51.1%
Dec 60.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Derby?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Derby, KS, US is June, followed by May and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Derby in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.9 in November means 38.9% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Derby Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 50.3°F (10.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Derby, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.9°F (30.5°C) and 52.4°F (11.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Derby to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.5°F (10.8°C) and 42.2°F (5.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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