Chemnitz, Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Chemnitz, Saxony gets 733 mm of precipitation a year over about 163 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).

Chemnitz climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Chemnitz, Saxony has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 23°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 20°C.

How much rain does Chemnitz get?

Chemnitz gets 733 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 163 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 62% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 96 mm. February is the driest, with 39 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to August 22, 2025.

Chemnitz weather by month

Chemnitz weather in January

In January, Chemnitz averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -22°C (1987).

Chemnitz weather in February

In February, Chemnitz averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2026) and the record low is -21°C (1986).

Chemnitz weather in March

In March, Chemnitz averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2024) and the record low is -17°C (1971).

Chemnitz weather in April

In April, Chemnitz averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (1986).

Chemnitz weather in May

In May, Chemnitz averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2005) and the record low is -4°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chemnitz weather in June

In June, Chemnitz averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chemnitz weather in July

In July, Chemnitz averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is 6°C (1984).

Chemnitz weather in August

In August, Chemnitz averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2012) and the record low is 4°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chemnitz weather in September

In September, Chemnitz averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chemnitz weather in October

In October, Chemnitz averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1985) and the record low is -6°C (1997).

Chemnitz weather in November

In November, Chemnitz averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2006) and the record low is -13°C (1993).

Chemnitz weather in December

In December, Chemnitz averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2019) and the record low is -21°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chemnitz

September is the sunniest month in Chemnitz, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Chemnitz is cloudier than 56% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 86% and is lowest in July at 64%.

Chemnitz has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Chemnitz is cooler than 74% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Chemnitz

The first fall freeze in Chemnitz typically comes around October 31, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 192 days.

Chemnitz weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chemnitz station is 38°C, on August 20, 2012. The coldest is -22°C, on January 11, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 78 mm of rain, on August 12, 2002.

46 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 Chemnitz

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 6°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January48 mm1584%21%16°-22°
February39 mm1481%24%19°-21°
March52 mm1569%38%23°-17°
April41 mm1166%36%28°-8°
May66 mm1468%35%31°-4°
June73 mm1368%36%37°
July96 mm1464%40%36°
August90 mm1371%37%38°
September64 mm1274%42%31°
October58 mm1381%26%28°-6°
November55 mm1485%25%20°-13°
December53 mm1686%18%17°-21°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Chemnitz climate questions

How much rain does Chemnitz get?

Chemnitz gets 733 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 163 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chemnitz?

July is the wettest month in Chemnitz, with 96 mm. February is the driest, with 39 mm.

How many rainy days does Chemnitz have a year?

Chemnitz has about 163 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Chemnitz?

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

What is the coldest month in Chemnitz?

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

What is the record high temperature in Chemnitz?

The record high at the Chemnitz station is 38°C, set on August 20, 2012. The record low is -22°C, on January 11, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Chemnitz?

September is the sunniest month in Chemnitz, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Chemnitz?

The first fall freeze in Chemnitz typically comes around October 31. The last spring freeze is around April 22.

What is the best time to visit Chemnitz?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station CHEMNITZ (6 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station CHEMNITZ.