Capital city, Germany
Berlin weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Berlin
May–Sep brings long days, lakes and beer gardens. Dec is Christmas markets; Nov–Feb is cold and grey. Clubs run all year.
Berlin weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°54 mm
- Feb4°38 mm
- Mar8°40 mm
- Apr15°28 mm
- May20°53 mm
- Jun24°57 mm
- Jul26°81 mm
- Aug26°58 mm
- Sep21°49 mm
- Oct14°49 mm
- Nov7°49 mm
- Dec3°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C35°F | -3°C26°F | 54 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| February | 4°C39°F | -3°C27°F | 38 mm | 90% | Cold |
| March | 8°C47°F | 0°C31°F | 40 mm | 85% | Cold |
| April | 15°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 28 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 9°C47°F | 53 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 13°C55°F | 57 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 15°C59°F | 81 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 14°C58°F | 58 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| September | 21°C69°F | 10°C50°F | 49 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C57°F | 5°C42°F | 49 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 7°C45°F | 2°C35°F | 49 mm | 92% | Cold |
| December | 3°C38°F | -1°C29°F | 48 mm | 94% | Cold |
Best months across Germany
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Munich | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Hamburg | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Frankfurt | May–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Cologne | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Dresden | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Heidelberg | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Düsseldorf | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Leipzig | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Stuttgart | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Nuremberg | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Black Forest | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Freiburg | May–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Rothenburg ob der Tauber | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | Jun–Sep, Dec–Feb | Jul (24°C) |
| Bremen | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Berlin?
May–Sep. May–Sep brings long days, lakes and beer gardens. Dec is Christmas markets; Nov–Feb is cold and grey. Clubs run all year.
When is the rainy season in Berlin?
Rain peaks in July with about 81 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Berlin?
July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Berlin get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -3°C (26°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.