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

Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 714 mm of precipitation a year over about 174 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Duisburg climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Duisburg, 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.

How much rain does Duisburg get?

Duisburg gets 714 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 174 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 67% of Germany.

August is the wettest month, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 33 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 20.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to July 25, 2026.

Duisburg weather by month

Duisburg weather in January

In January, Duisburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (2009).

Duisburg weather in February

In February, Duisburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 20°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (2012).

Duisburg weather in March

In March, Duisburg averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -9°C (2013).

Duisburg weather in April

In April, Duisburg averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (2013).

Duisburg weather in May

In May, Duisburg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Duisburg weather in June

In June, Duisburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 5°C (2022). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Duisburg weather in July

In July, Duisburg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 74 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 6°C (2015). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Duisburg weather in August

In August, Duisburg 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 (2013) and the record low is 7°C (2016).

Duisburg weather in September

In September, Duisburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 2°C (2018). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Duisburg weather in October

In October, Duisburg averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (2012).

Duisburg weather in November

In November, Duisburg averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2014) and the record low is -4°C (2016).

Duisburg weather in December

In December, Duisburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 20 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 (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Duisburg

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

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

Duisburg has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Duisburg is hotter than 86% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Duisburg

The first fall freeze in Duisburg typically comes around November 14, and the last spring freeze around April 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 215 days.

Duisburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Duisburg station is 41°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -19°C, on January 6, 2009.

The wettest day on record brought 58 mm of rain, on June 22, 2023.

The best time to visit Duisburg

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 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 6°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 8°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January62 mm1886%21%17°-19°
February58 mm1580%25%20°-13°
March48 mm1371%37%26°-9°
April33 mm1166%39%29°-3°
May46 mm1368%37%33°-1°
June63 mm1365%40%39°
July74 mm1470%34%41°
August77 mm1471%39%38°
September56 mm1276%39%34°
October62 mm1584%25%28°-3°
November62 mm1686%26%21°-4°
December73 mm2088%17%18°-16°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Duisburg climate questions

How much rain does Duisburg get?

Duisburg gets 714 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 174 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Duisburg?

August is the wettest month in Duisburg, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 33 mm.

How many rainy days does Duisburg have a year?

Duisburg has about 174 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 20.

What is the hottest month in Duisburg?

July is the warmest month in Duisburg, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Duisburg?

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

What is the record high temperature in Duisburg?

The record high at the Duisburg station is 41°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -19°C, on January 6, 2009.

What is the sunniest month in Duisburg?

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

When is the first frost in Duisburg?

The first fall freeze in Duisburg typically comes around November 14. The last spring freeze is around April 13.

What is the best time to visit Duisburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station DUISBURG-BAERL (10 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station DUISBURG-BAERL.