Bergisch Gladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Bergisch Gladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 789 mm of precipitation a year over about 174 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Bergisch Gladbach climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Bergisch Gladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 25°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Bergisch Gladbach get?

Bergisch Gladbach gets 789 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 174 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of Germany.

August is the wettest month, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 48 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to May 15, 2022.

Bergisch Gladbach weather by month

Bergisch Gladbach weather in January

In January, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (1999) and the record low is -16°C (1985).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in February

In February, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1986).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in March

In March, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2021) and the record low is -10°C (1971).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in April

In April, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2007) and the record low is -5°C (1986).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in May

In May, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2017) and the record low is 1°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergisch Gladbach weather in June

In June, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergisch Gladbach weather in July

In July, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 6°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergisch Gladbach weather in August

In August, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 7°C (1993).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in September

In September, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bergisch Gladbach weather in October

In October, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (2003).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in November

In November, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 10°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -7°C (1988).

Bergisch Gladbach weather in December

In December, Bergisch Gladbach averages a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -14°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bergisch Gladbach

June is the sunniest month in Bergisch Gladbach, with sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Bergisch Gladbach is cloudier than 58% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in June at 64%.

Bergisch Gladbach has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Bergisch Gladbach is hotter than 75% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Bergisch Gladbach

The first fall freeze in Bergisch Gladbach typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 238 days.

Bergisch Gladbach weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Bergisch Gladbach station is 41°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -16°C, on January 8, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 153 mm of rain, on July 14, 2021.

56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Bergisch Gladbach

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 9°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January64 mm1687%20%16°-16°
February56 mm1580%25%21°-16°
March53 mm1569%38%27°-10°
April48 mm1265%39%29°-5°
May59 mm1367%36%34°
June76 mm1364%41%37°
July81 mm1567%35%41°
August81 mm1468%39%38°
September67 mm1375%40%34°
October65 mm1484%24%27°-2°
November68 mm1687%24%21°-7°
December72 mm1889%16%18°-14°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Bergisch Gladbach climate questions

How much rain does Bergisch Gladbach get?

Bergisch Gladbach gets 789 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 174 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Bergisch Gladbach?

August is the wettest month in Bergisch Gladbach, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 48 mm.

How many rainy days does Bergisch Gladbach have a year?

Bergisch Gladbach has about 174 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Bergisch Gladbach?

July is the warmest month in Bergisch Gladbach, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Bergisch Gladbach?

January is the coldest month in Bergisch Gladbach, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Bergisch Gladbach?

The record high at the Bergisch Gladbach station is 41°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -16°C, on January 8, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Bergisch Gladbach?

June is the sunniest month in Bergisch Gladbach, with sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Bergisch Gladbach?

The first fall freeze in Bergisch Gladbach typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 25.

What is the best time to visit Bergisch Gladbach?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOLN-STAMMHEIM (11 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOLN-STAMMHEIM.