Weather by month for central Germany, the best months to go and how Germany's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Jun, Aug, Sep
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 19°C to 23°C · 10–12 rain days
May, Jul
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 17°C to 23°C · 11–13 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 3°C to 9°C · 12–16 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / -2°C | 16 days (76 mm) | 3.0 h/day | 0.8/10 |
| February | 5°C / -1°C | 12 days (62 mm) | 5.1 h/day | 1.9/10 |
| March | 9°C / 1°C | 13 days (63 mm) | 7.0 h/day | 2.5/10 |
| April | 12°C / 3°C | 11 days (56 mm) | 9.8 h/day | 5.0/10 |
| May | 17°C / 8°C | 11 days (66 mm) | 10.9 h/day | 7.2/10 |
| Best month: June | 21°C / 12°C | 12 days (70 mm) | 11.6 h/day | 7.6/10 |
| July | 23°C / 14°C | 13 days (62 mm) | 11.6 h/day | 7.4/10 |
| Best month: August | 23°C / 14°C | 12 days (71 mm) | 10.9 h/day | 7.6/10 |
| Best month: September | 19°C / 10°C | 10 days (63 mm) | 9.2 h/day | 8.1/10 |
| October | 13°C / 7°C | 12 days (59 mm) | 5.7 h/day | 4.6/10 |
| November | 7°C / 2°C | 13 days (61 mm) | 3.6 h/day | 1.2/10 |
| December | 5°C / 0°C | 14 days (67 mm) | 2.4 h/day | 0.9/10 |
Figures for central Germany; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
3°C / -2°C · 16 rain days · 3.0 h sun
January is cold, with highs of 3°C and lows around -1.5°C. Rain or snow falls on nearly 16 days, and sunshine is scarce at just 3 hours a day. Scores rate it the weakest month of the year, but it suits travellers who want winter scenes, Christmas markets' quiet aftermath and New Year's Day on the 1st.
5°C / -1°C · 12 rain days · 5.1 h sun
Highs climb slightly to 5.1°C, though nights still dip below freezing at -0.8°C. Rain days drop to 11.7 and sun hours rise to 5.1, but the month still scores low overall. It remains a cold, grey stretch, better for indoor sightseeing than outdoor plans.
9°C / 1°C · 13 rain days · 7.0 h sun
Spring starts to show, with highs reaching 8.6°C and over 7 hours of sun daily. Rain is still frequent, with 12.8 wet days and 63mm of rainfall. The score stays low, marking March as a transitional month with unpredictable, often chilly weather.
12°C / 3°C · 11 rain days · 9.8 h sun
Temperatures rise to a high of 12.4°C and sunshine jumps to 9.8 hours a day, while rain days fall to 10.8. Good Friday and Easter Monday fall on 3 and 6 April. Scores move into 'ok' territory, making this a reasonable time to start outdoor travel.
17°C / 8°C · 11 rain days · 10.9 h sun
May brings a comfortable high of 16.7°C and strong sun exposure at 10.9 hours. Rain days are low at 10.7, though totals reach 66mm. With a 'good' verdict and holidays on 1, 14 and 25 May, this month suits most travel plans.
21°C / 12°C · 12 rain days · 11.6 h sun
June is one of the best months, with highs of 21.4°C and 11.6 hours of sunshine. Rain falls on 12 days but totals stay moderate at 70mm. Warm, long days and a 'best' score make this a strong choice for most trips.
23°C / 14°C · 13 rain days · 11.6 h sun
July highs reach 22.5°C, among the warmest of the year, with 11.6 hours of sun daily. Rain days sit at 12.8, similar to June. The 'good' score reflects reliably warm, bright conditions suited to outdoor travel.
23°C / 14°C · 12 rain days · 10.9 h sun
August stays warm with highs of 23°C, the year's peak, and 10.9 hours of sunshine. Rainfall is slightly higher at 71mm over 12.1 days. Rated 'best', it offers the warmest, most dependable weather of the year.
19°C / 10°C · 10 rain days · 9.2 h sun
September cools gently to 18.6°C with 9.2 hours of sun and the fewest rain days of the year at 9.7. It carries the highest score of any month, rated 'best', thanks to mild, dry, stable conditions ideal for travel.
13°C / 7°C · 12 rain days · 5.7 h sun
Highs drop to 13.1°C and sunshine falls sharply to 5.7 hours a day, while rain returns on 11.7 days. German Unity Day falls on 3 October. The 'ok' score reflects cooling, greyer weather as autumn sets in.
7°C / 2°C · 13 rain days · 3.6 h sun
November turns cold again, with highs of just 7.2°C and only 3.6 hours of sun. Rain is frequent at 13.4 days. The 'avoid' verdict reflects short, damp, grey days with little daylight for sightseeing.
5°C / 0°C · 14 rain days · 2.4 h sun
December highs reach only 4.5°C, with the least sunshine of the year at 2.4 hours a day and rain or snow on 13.7 days. Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day fall on 25 and 26 December. The low score reflects harsh winter conditions, though they suit travellers drawn to Christmas markets and festive lights.
By trip type
City sightseeing
June and August bring highs of 21-23°C and nearly 11-12 hours of sun a day, good for walking tours and outdoor cafés. September cools to 18.6°C with only 9.7 rain days, the fewest of any month, making sightseeing more comfortable and less crowded.
Hiking & nature
May offers highs of 16.7°C and 10.9 sun hours with trails free of summer heat. September is similar at 18.6°C, with just 9.7 rain days, the driest month of the year, giving hikers more dry trail time.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan)
Public holidays: Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr)
Public holidays: Labour Day (1 May), Ascension Day (14 May), Whit Monday (25 May)
Public holidays: German Unity Day (3 Oct)
Public holidays: Christmas Day (25 Dec), St. Stephen's Day (26 Dec)
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FAQ
Yes, August is one of the best months, with a score of 7.6 out of 10. Daytime highs reach 23°C and there are 10.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is spread over 12.1 days, with 71 mm total, so showers can still interrupt a trip, but the warmth and long days make it a strong choice.
Yes, September scores highest of all months at 8.1 out of 10. Highs average 18.6°C, which is milder than summer, and rain drops to just 9.7 days and 63 mm, the lowest rainy-day count of the year. Sunshine still averages 9.2 hours a day, making it a comfortable balance of warmth and dry weather.
No, January scores only 0.8 out of 10, the lowest of the year. Daytime highs average just 3°C and lows drop to -1.5°C. Sunshine is scarce at 3 hours a day, and rain falls on 15.7 days, the most of any month. It suits travellers who want cold, grey winter conditions rather than mild weather.
October is rated "ok" with a score of 4.6 out of 10. Highs average 13.1°C and sunshine falls to 5.7 hours a day as days shorten. Rain occurs on 11.7 days with 59 mm total, similar to spring months, so it works for cooler, atmospheric travel rather than warm-weather plans.
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