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Derry, New Hampshire
Spend a half‑day in Derry, NH: explore the Robert Frost Farm and Taylor Mill, then bike the Derry Rail Trail; total ~4 h.
Derry is a small New Hampshire town just off I‑93 (exit 4). Its main draws – the Robert Frost Farm, Taylor Mill Historic Site and the Derry Rail Trail – are outside the centre and reachable by car or bike. One half‑day covers the key sights; a full day allows extra biking or a visit to nearby Manchester.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct (sites open, bike paths clear)
- avoid Nov–Apr (cold, many attractions limited)
- Airport
- MHT
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Derry, New Hampshire, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyDerry is a typical low‑crime New England town; standard U.S. safety precautions apply.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (Exit 2 off Route 101, about 15 min drive to Derry).
- Getting aroundCar is primary; most attractions are a few minutes from downtown.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (Exit 2 off Route 101, about 15 min drive to Derry)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Apr
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Derry, New Hampshire: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
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Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
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Mar
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
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Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
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Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
13 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Dec
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is primary; most attractions are a few minutes from downtown. Bicycle paths connect the rail trail and residential streets. No public transit within Derry.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Manchester, NH
goDoor to door: 30 min total
Drive south on I‑93, about 15 min
Larger shopping, museums, and dining options.
Exeter, NH
goDoor to door: 40 min total
Drive east on Route 111, about 20 min
Historic downtown and waterfront.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Robert Frost Motor Inn
Close to the Frost Farm, basic rooms, good for a night stop
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$120 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motor inn private room2 × 1 night × US$65 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Car rental day (compact)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| Bike rental (half‑day)2 × US$12 · check | US$24 |
| Robert Frost Farm admission (non‑resident)2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$45 |
| Trip total≈ US$250 per person per day, bed included | US$499 |
Basic amenities, includes free Wi‑Fi
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a diner | $2–$4 |
| Burger at Mary Ann's Diner | $8–$12 |
| Parking at Frost Farm | Free |
| Bike rental (hour) | $5–$8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taylor Mill is open only the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 10 am–4 pm, May‑Oct; check dates before planning.
- Robert Frost Farm charges $5 for non‑NH residents; cash or card accepted.
- Winter snow can make bike paths icy; consider a car if visiting Nov–Mar.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manchester Airport → Derry (car): about $15–$20 (fuel) for 15 min drive
- Bike rental (half‑day): about $12
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Derry, New Hampshire. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct (sites open, bike paths clear) · avoid Nov–Apr (cold, many attractions limited) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental option near the rail trail.
- Include a short walking loop linking the Frost Farm parking to the inn.
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