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Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia?
Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 750 mm of precipitation a year over about 172 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Oceanic climate
Düsseldorf, 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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 15° |
How much rain does Düsseldorf get?
Düsseldorf gets 750 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 172 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of Germany.
August is the wettest month, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 46 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to July 25, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Düsseldorf got 554 mm of rain, against a normal of 750 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 72 mm.
Düsseldorf weather by month
Düsseldorf weather in January
In January, Düsseldorf averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1997).
Düsseldorf weather in February
In February, Düsseldorf averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2019) and the record low is -16°C (1986).
Düsseldorf weather in March
In March, Düsseldorf averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1971).
Düsseldorf weather in April
In April, Düsseldorf averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -6°C (1996).
Düsseldorf weather in May
In May, Düsseldorf averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (2021). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Düsseldorf weather in June
In June, Düsseldorf averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1976). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Düsseldorf weather in July
In July, Düsseldorf averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 5°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Düsseldorf weather in August
In August, Düsseldorf averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2003) and the record low is 5°C (1993).
Düsseldorf weather in September
In September, Düsseldorf averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 1°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Düsseldorf weather in October
In October, Düsseldorf averages a high of 15°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1997).
Düsseldorf weather in November
In November, Düsseldorf averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -9°C (1993).
Düsseldorf weather in December
In December, Düsseldorf averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -16°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Düsseldorf
June is the sunniest month in Düsseldorf, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 32% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Düsseldorf is sunnier than 50% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in April at 65%.
Düsseldorf has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Düsseldorf is hotter than 68% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Düsseldorf
The first fall freeze in Düsseldorf typically comes around November 4, and the last spring freeze around April 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 199 days.
Düsseldorf weather records
These records cover DUSSELDORF during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Düsseldorf station is 41°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -21°C, on January 2, 1997.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 58 mm of precipitation, on June 22, 2023.
56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Düsseldorf
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 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 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°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° | 6° | 61 mm | 16 | 86% | 22% | 17° | -21° |
| February | 1° | 7° | 56 mm | 15 | 79% | 26% | 21° | -16° |
| March | 3° | 11° | 54 mm | 15 | 70% | 37% | 26° | -16° |
| April | 5° | 16° | 46 mm | 12 | 65% | 39% | 29° | -6° |
| May | 9° | 19° | 61 mm | 13 | 67% | 37% | 34° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 22° | 66 mm | 13 | 65% | 41% | 39° | 2° |
| July | 14° | 24° | 73 mm | 14 | 69% | 34% | 41° | 5° |
| August | 14° | 24° | 77 mm | 14 | 70% | 39% | 38° | 5° |
| September | 11° | 20° | 60 mm | 14 | 75% | 39% | 34° | 1° |
| October | 8° | 15° | 61 mm | 14 | 83% | 25% | 28° | -6° |
| November | 4° | 10° | 64 mm | 16 | 86% | 26% | 21° | -9° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 70 mm | 17 | 88% | 17% | 18° | -16° |
Station: DUSSELDORF, 8 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.
Düsseldorf climate questions
How much rain does Düsseldorf get?
Düsseldorf gets 750 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 172 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Düsseldorf?
August is the wettest month in Düsseldorf, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 46 mm.
How many rainy days does Düsseldorf have a year?
Düsseldorf has about 172 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Düsseldorf?
July is the warmest month in Düsseldorf, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Düsseldorf?
January is the coldest month in Düsseldorf, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Düsseldorf?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Düsseldorf station is 41°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -21°C, on January 2, 1997.
What is the sunniest month in Düsseldorf?
June is the sunniest month in Düsseldorf, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Düsseldorf?
The first fall freeze in Düsseldorf typically comes around November 4. The last spring freeze is around April 19.
What is the best time to visit Düsseldorf?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.