Region in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Black Forest weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Black Forest
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking. Jul–Aug is warm and busy; Dec–Mar suits skiing and Christmas markets, with cold and some snow.
Black Forest weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°110 mm
- Feb5°83 mm
- Mar10°94 mm
- Apr16°80 mm
- May20°131 mm
- Jun24°110 mm
- Jul25°117 mm
- Aug24°114 mm
- Sep20°88 mm
- Oct16°111 mm
- Nov9°97 mm
- Dec5°122 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C39°F | -2°C29°F | 110 mm | 95% | Cold |
| February | 5°C41°F | -2°C29°F | 83 mm | 93% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 1°C35°F | 94 mm | 86% | Cold |
| April | 16°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 80 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 131 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 13°C56°F | 110 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 15°C58°F | 117 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 14°C58°F | 114 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C69°F | 10°C51°F | 88 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C60°F | 7°C45°F | 111 mm | 88% | Cool |
| November | 9°C49°F | 3°C37°F | 97 mm | 92% | Cold |
| December | 5°C41°F | 0°C31°F | 122 mm | 95% | 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 Black Forest?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for hiking. Jul–Aug is warm and busy; Dec–Mar suits skiing and Christmas markets, with cold and some snow.
When is the rainy season in Black Forest?
Rain peaks in May with about 131 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Black Forest?
July, with average highs of 25°C (77°F).
How cold does Black Forest get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -2°C (29°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Black Forest Tourism
- Freiburg Verkehrs AG (VAG)
- Deutsche Bahn
- Uber Freiburg launch
- ecos work spaces Freiburg
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.