City in Hesse, Germany
Frankfurt weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Frankfurt
May–Sep is warm and green with riverside life; Dec has Christmas markets. Summer heat and winter fog are possible; August is quiet.
Frankfurt weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°57 mm
- Feb5°45 mm
- Mar10°47 mm
- Apr16°41 mm
- May20°71 mm
- Jun25°58 mm
- Jul27°66 mm
- Aug27°64 mm
- Sep22°46 mm
- Oct16°54 mm
- Nov9°56 mm
- Dec4°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C38°F | -2°C28°F | 57 mm | 93% | Cold |
| February | 5°C42°F | -2°C29°F | 45 mm | 89% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 1°C33°F | 47 mm | 83% | Cold |
| April | 16°C61°F | 5°C40°F | 41 mm | 76% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 71 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 13°C56°F | 58 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 15°C60°F | 66 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C80°F | 15°C58°F | 64 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 10°C50°F | 46 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C60°F | 6°C43°F | 54 mm | 82% | Cool |
| November | 9°C48°F | 2°C36°F | 56 mm | 91% | Cold |
| December | 4°C40°F | -1°C30°F | 64 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 Frankfurt?
May–Sep. May–Sep is warm and green with riverside life; Dec has Christmas markets. Summer heat and winter fog are possible; August is quiet.
When is the rainy season in Frankfurt?
Rain peaks in May with about 71 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Frankfurt?
July, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does Frankfurt get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- RMV Rhine-Main transport
- Frankfurt Airport (Fraport)
- Frankfurt tourist office
- Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt
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.