City in Saxony, Germany
Dresden weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Dresden
May–Sep for the Elbe meadows and day trips; Dec has the famous Striezelmarkt. Winters are cold and grey; August can be hot.
Dresden weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°61 mm
- Feb4°41 mm
- Mar9°48 mm
- Apr15°38 mm
- May20°64 mm
- Jun24°73 mm
- Jul26°87 mm
- Aug26°81 mm
- Sep21°58 mm
- Oct14°54 mm
- Nov8°56 mm
- Dec4°56 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C36°F | -3°C26°F | 61 mm | 93% | Freezing |
| February | 4°C39°F | -3°C27°F | 41 mm | 90% | Cold |
| March | 9°C47°F | 0°C32°F | 48 mm | 85% | Cold |
| April | 15°C59°F | 4°C40°F | 38 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 64 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 13°C56°F | 73 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 15°C60°F | 87 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 15°C59°F | 81 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| September | 21°C69°F | 10°C51°F | 58 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C58°F | 6°C42°F | 54 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 8°C46°F | 2°C36°F | 56 mm | 91% | Cold |
| December | 4°C38°F | -2°C29°F | 56 mm | 93% | 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 Dresden?
May–Sep. May–Sep for the Elbe meadows and day trips; Dec has the famous Striezelmarkt. Winters are cold and grey; August can be hot.
When is the rainy season in Dresden?
Rain peaks in July with about 87 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Dresden?
July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Dresden 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. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.