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Berlin, State of Berlin Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Berlin, State of Berlin?
Berlin, State of Berlin gets 569 mm of precipitation a year over about 149 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Berlin, State of Berlin has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 25°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
How much rain does Berlin get?
Berlin gets 569 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 93% of Germany.
July is the wettest month, with 72 mm. April is the driest, with 29 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to September 7, 2024.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Berlin got 377 mm of rain, against a normal of 569 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 50 mm.
Berlin weather by month
Berlin weather in January
In January, Berlin averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1987).
Berlin weather in February
In February, Berlin averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -19°C (2012).
Berlin weather in March
In March, Berlin averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (2018).
Berlin weather in April
In April, Berlin averages a high of 15°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (1996).
Berlin weather in May
In May, Berlin averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is -2°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Berlin weather in June
In June, Berlin averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Berlin weather in July
In July, Berlin averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2025) and the record low is 8°C (1978).
Berlin weather in August
In August, Berlin averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 7°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Berlin weather in September
In September, Berlin averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is 2°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Berlin weather in October
In October, Berlin averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (1985) and the record low is -5°C (1997).
Berlin weather in November
In November, Berlin averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -9°C (1998).
Berlin weather in December
In December, Berlin averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Berlin
September is the sunniest month in Berlin, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 32% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Berlin is cloudier than 54% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in June at 59%.
Berlin has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Berlin is hotter than 72% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Berlin
The first fall freeze in Berlin typically comes around November 2, and the last spring freeze around April 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 205 days.
Berlin weather records
These records cover BERLIN-TEMPELHOF during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Berlin station is 40°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -21°C, on January 14, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 119 mm of precipitation, on August 8, 1978.
47 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 Berlin
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 3° | 48 mm | 15 | 85% | 20% | 16° | -21° |
| February | -1° | 5° | 36 mm | 13 | 80% | 22% | 19° | -19° |
| March | 2° | 9° | 40 mm | 13 | 70% | 40% | 24° | -13° |
| April | 5° | 15° | 29 mm | 10 | 64% | 37% | 30° | -8° |
| May | 9° | 20° | 51 mm | 12 | 60% | 39% | 33° | -2° |
| June | 13° | 23° | 58 mm | 12 | 59% | 41% | 40° | 3° |
| July | 15° | 25° | 72 mm | 12 | 61% | 38% | 38° | 8° |
| August | 14° | 25° | 58 mm | 12 | 64% | 36% | 38° | 7° |
| September | 11° | 20° | 47 mm | 10 | 70% | 42% | 34° | 2° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 44 mm | 12 | 82% | 28% | 27° | -5° |
| November | 3° | 8° | 42 mm | 13 | 86% | 21% | 21° | -9° |
| December | 0° | 4° | 44 mm | 15 | 88% | 15% | 18° | -19° |
Station: BERLIN-TEMPELHOF, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Berlin climate questions
How much rain does Berlin get?
Berlin gets 569 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Berlin?
July is the wettest month in Berlin, with 72 mm. April is the driest, with 29 mm.
How many rainy days does Berlin have a year?
Berlin has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Berlin?
July is the warmest month in Berlin, with an average high of 25°C.
What is the coldest month in Berlin?
January is the coldest month in Berlin, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Berlin?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Berlin station is 40°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -21°C, on January 14, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Berlin?
September is the sunniest month in Berlin, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Berlin?
The first fall freeze in Berlin typically comes around November 2. The last spring freeze is around April 11.
What is the best time to visit Berlin?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.