Derry, United States experiences average highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Average highs have cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records.
Derry, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Derry, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Jul At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.2/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 15°C / 6°C
Feels Like 13°C / 3°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 92 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 70%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 5°C
Snow Days 6 days
Frost Days 16 days
Hottest Month
29°C
July
Avg Low19°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
-6°C
January
Avg High2°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
8days
September
Avg High23°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
March (Gusts 45)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:07
Daylight 15.3h
Sunset 20:27
Live conditions—
Derry on the map · live conditions
Derry, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Derry
- Population
- 22K
- Elevation
- 84 m
- Coordinates
- 42.88°, -71.33°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 4°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 11 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 3°C
Avg Low -5°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 2°C / -6°C . Feb: 4°C / -6°C . Mar: 8°C / -2°C . Apr: 13°C / 4°C . May: 20°C / 10°C . Jun: 25°C / 15°C . Jul: 29°C / 19°C . Aug: 27°C / 18°C . Sep: 23°C / 14°C . Oct: 17°C / 9°C . Nov: 9°C / 2°C . Dec: 3°C / -4°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 85 mm. Feb: 77 mm. Mar: 94 mm. Apr: 106 mm. May: 89 mm. Jun: 83 mm. Jul: 105 mm. Aug: 81 mm. Sep: 73 mm. Oct: 104 mm. Nov: 80 mm. Dec: 123 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 68%. Feb: 69%. Mar: 66%. Apr: 67%. May: 71%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 70%. Aug: 70%. Sep: 73%. Oct: 75%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 72%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 6h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 8h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 6h. Dec: 6h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 9 days. Feb: 9 days. Mar: 6 days. Apr: 3 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 2 days. Dec: 7 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 30°C | Jul · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · -9°C | Jan · -6°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 223 mm | Dec · 123 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 20 km/h | Mar · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C / -6°C | -3°C / -11°C | 9days (85 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 68% Muggy | 2.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 4°C / -6°C | -1°C / -11°C | 10days (77 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 69% Muggy | 3.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 8°C / -2°C | 4°C / -7°C | 11days (94 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 66% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 13°C / 4°C | 11°C / 0°C | 12days (106 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 67% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| May | 20°C / 10°C | 19°C / 7°C | 11days (89 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 71% Muggy | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 12days (83 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 12days (105 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (81 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 23°C / 14°C | 23°C / 14°C | 8days (73 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 73% Muggy | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 17°C / 9°C | 15°C / 7°C | 9days (104 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 75% Muggy | 3.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 9°C / 2°C | 6°C / -2°C | 9days (80 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 71% Muggy | 2.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| December | 3°C / -4°C | 0°C / -8°C | 10days (123 mm) Wet | 5.5h Fair | 72% Muggy | 1.8 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Derry are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Derry, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Derry is July, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Derry is January, with average overnight lows of -6°C (20°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Derry is December, averaging 123mm of precipitation across 10 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Derry runs through April, June, July, March, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Derry.
Derry receives approximately 98 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Derry.
The least favorable months to visit Derry are January, February, March, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Derry is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Derry is 70%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Derry receives snow. Months with snowfall average 6 snow days and 20 cm (8 in) of accumulation, with about 16 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Derry are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 45 km/h / 28 mph).
Derry averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 58%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in Derry is 5°C (41°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Derry has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Derry ranges from 3°C (37°F) to 13°C (55°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Derry. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Derry, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 25°C (77°F) and 12 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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