City in Black Forest, Germany
Freiburg weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Freiburg
May–Oct is warm and sunny; Freiburg is among Germany's sunniest cities. Dec has a Christmas market; Black Forest ski season runs Jan–Mar. Heat waves hit in July–August.
Freiburg 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 Freiburg?
May–Oct. May–Oct is warm and sunny; Freiburg is among Germany's sunniest cities. Dec has a Christmas market; Black Forest ski season runs Jan–Mar. Heat waves hit in July–August.
When is the rainy season in Freiburg?
Rain peaks in May with about 131 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Freiburg?
July, with average highs of 25°C (77°F).
How cold does Freiburg get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -2°C (29°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 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.