Berlin Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Berlin.
Climate overview of Berlin
Berlin Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Berlin — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Berlin
The climate in Berlin is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 15°C (59°F) in July to around -1°C (30°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Berlin
Generally, Berlin receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 677 mm (27 in) annually. Berlin offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month July (83 mm (3.3 in)) and the driest month April (42 mm (1.7 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Berlin Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Berlin
For those who appreciate different seasons, Berlin serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Berlin by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Berlin.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Berlin
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during January, February, March and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Berlin
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Berlin
What is the best time to visit Berlin?
May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Berlin. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Berlin?
Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -1°C (30°F) to 15°C (59°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Berlin get?
Annual rainfall is around 677 mm (27 in). July is the wettest month with 83 mm (3.3 in), while April is the driest with 42 mm (1.7 in).
How sunny is Berlin?
Berlin receives around 1,718 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 232 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 47 hours.
Berlin 3-Day Forecast
Berlin 3-Day Forecast
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