Karlsruhe Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Karlsruhe is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in July to a chilly 6°C (43°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 16°C (61°F) in July to 0°C (32°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Karlsruhe receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 833 mm (33 in) annually. The wettest period in Karlsruhe occurs in December, which receives around 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Karlsruhe experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 55 mm (2.2 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Karlsruhe Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Karlsruhe, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Karlsruhe.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 2 m/s (4 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in October and November and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)