Bottrop, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Bottrop, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 922 mm of precipitation a year over about 182 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Bottrop climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Bottrop, North Rhine-Westphalia has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 5°C in January to 23°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Bottrop get?

Bottrop gets 922 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 182 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of Germany.

December is the wettest month, with 94 mm. April is the driest, with 53 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to June 6, 2023.

Bottrop weather by month

Bottrop weather in January

In January, Bottrop averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1987).

Bottrop weather in February

In February, Bottrop averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2019) and the record low is -16°C (1986).

Bottrop weather in March

In March, Bottrop averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -11°C (1971).

Bottrop weather in April

In April, Bottrop averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1986).

Bottrop weather in May

In May, Bottrop averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2017) and the record low is 0°C (1979). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bottrop weather in June

In June, Bottrop averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bottrop weather in July

In July, Bottrop averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The July record high is 40°C (2019) and the record low is 5°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bottrop weather in August

In August, Bottrop averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2003) and the record low is 7°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bottrop weather in September

In September, Bottrop averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bottrop weather in October

In October, Bottrop averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (2003).

Bottrop weather in November

In November, Bottrop averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2014) and the record low is -8°C (1993).

Bottrop weather in December

In December, Bottrop averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 94 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -17°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bottrop

June is the sunniest month in Bottrop, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Bottrop is cloudier than 54% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in June at 65%.

Bottrop has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Bottrop is cooler than 68% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Bottrop

The first fall freeze in Bottrop typically comes around November 14, and the last spring freeze around April 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 221 days.

Bottrop weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Bottrop station is 40°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -17°C, on January 14, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 63 mm of rain, on June 29, 2021.

42 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 Bottrop

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 8°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January85 mm1786%21%16°-17°
February70 mm1580%25%19°-16°
March66 mm1570%37%24°-11°
April53 mm1366%39%28°-4°
May67 mm1468%37%32°
June79 mm1465%40%37°
July86 mm1469%34%40°
August92 mm1470%39%37°
September74 mm1475%39%33°
October77 mm1583%25%27°-4°
November80 mm1786%26%20°-8°
December94 mm1988%17%17°-17°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Bottrop climate questions

How much rain does Bottrop get?

Bottrop gets 922 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 182 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Bottrop?

December is the wettest month in Bottrop, with 94 mm. April is the driest, with 53 mm.

How many rainy days does Bottrop have a year?

Bottrop has about 182 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Bottrop?

July is the warmest month in Bottrop, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Bottrop?

January is the coldest month in Bottrop, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Bottrop?

The record high at the Bottrop station is 40°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -17°C, on January 14, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Bottrop?

June is the sunniest month in Bottrop, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Bottrop?

The first fall freeze in Bottrop typically comes around November 14. The last spring freeze is around April 7.

What is the best time to visit Bottrop?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ESSEN-BREDENEY (13 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ESSEN-BREDENEY.