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Dresden, Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Dresden, Saxony?
Dresden, Saxony gets 625 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).
Oceanic climate
Dresden, Saxony has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 26°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 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 26° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 15° |
How much rain does Dresden get?
Dresden gets 625 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of Germany.
July is the wettest month, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 34 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 16.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 21 days, to May 15, 2022.
Dresden weather by month
Dresden weather in January
In January, Dresden averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (2023) and the record low is -22°C (2009).
Dresden weather in February
In February, Dresden averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2008) and the record low is -21°C (2012).
Dresden weather in March
In March, Dresden averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -14°C (2018).
Dresden weather in April
In April, Dresden averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 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 -6°C (2020).
Dresden weather in May
In May, Dresden averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is -1°C (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dresden weather in June
In June, Dresden averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dresden weather in July
In July, Dresden averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 7°C (2018).
Dresden weather in August
In August, Dresden averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2012) and the record low is 5°C (1976). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dresden weather in September
In September, Dresden averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (1973) and the record low is 0°C (2013). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dresden weather in October
In October, Dresden averages a high of 15°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -5°C (2019).
Dresden weather in November
In November, Dresden averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -9°C (2010).
Dresden weather in December
In December, Dresden averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 19°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Dresden
September is the sunniest month in Dresden, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 33% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Dresden is sunnier than 64% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in November at 85% and is lowest in July at 63%.
Dresden has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Dresden is hotter than 91% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Dresden
The first fall freeze in Dresden typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 182 days.
Dresden weather records
These records cover DRESDEN-STREHLEN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Dresden station is 39°C, on August 20, 2012. The coldest is -22°C, on January 7, 2009.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 100 mm of precipitation, on August 18, 2024.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Dresden
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2° | 4° | 42 mm | 16 | 83% | 23% | 18° | -22° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 35 mm | 13 | 79% | 24% | 21° | -21° |
| March | 1° | 11° | 42 mm | 14 | 68% | 39% | 24° | -14° |
| April | 4° | 17° | 34 mm | 11 | 65% | 37% | 30° | -6° |
| May | 9° | 21° | 64 mm | 13 | 66% | 36% | 32° | -1° |
| June | 13° | 24° | 67 mm | 13 | 67% | 37% | 39° | 2° |
| July | 14° | 26° | 81 mm | 14 | 63% | 42% | 38° | 7° |
| August | 14° | 26° | 74 mm | 13 | 70% | 38% | 39° | 5° |
| September | 10° | 21° | 51 mm | 12 | 74% | 43% | 33° | 0° |
| October | 7° | 15° | 47 mm | 14 | 81% | 28% | 27° | -5° |
| November | 3° | 9° | 46 mm | 14 | 85% | 24% | 21° | -9° |
| December | 1° | 6° | 44 mm | 16 | 85% | 19% | 19° | -19° |
Station: DRESDEN-STREHLEN, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; 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.
Dresden climate questions
How much rain does Dresden get?
Dresden gets 625 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Dresden?
July is the wettest month in Dresden, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 34 mm.
How many rainy days does Dresden have a year?
Dresden has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 16.
What is the hottest month in Dresden?
July is the warmest month in Dresden, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Dresden?
January is the coldest month in Dresden, with an average low of -2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Dresden?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Dresden station is 39°C, set on August 20, 2012. The record low is -22°C, on January 7, 2009.
What is the sunniest month in Dresden?
September is the sunniest month in Dresden, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Dresden?
The first fall freeze in Dresden typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 22.
What is the best time to visit Dresden?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.