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

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.

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. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 58 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. 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.