Derby's winters are typically cool and unpredictable, with temperatures frequently dipping below freezing in January and February. As the season progresses, temperatures gradually rise towards spring, with March marking a significant increase in average highs, often reaching into the teens. Spring itself is mild and pleasant, with April and May seeing warm days and gentle rainfall. Summer brings warmth and occasional heatwaves, but the temperature rarely exceeds 30°C. Autumn is generally cool and damp, with temperatures dropping steadily as winter approaches once more.