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Duisburg, 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 Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 16° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Duisburg got 589 mm of rain, against a normal of 714 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 110 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. 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 -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. 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 -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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. 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 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. 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 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. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. 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 (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Duisburg
June is the sunniest month in Duisburg, with estimated sunshine of 40% 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. 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 88% 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
These records cover DUISBURG-BAERL during 2007–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 58 mm of precipitation, 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 6° | 62 mm | 18 | 86% | 21% | 17° | -19° |
| February | 1° | 7° | 58 mm | 15 | 80% | 25% | 20° | -13° |
| March | 3° | 11° | 48 mm | 13 | 71% | 37% | 26° | -9° |
| April | 6° | 17° | 33 mm | 11 | 66% | 39% | 29° | -3° |
| May | 9° | 20° | 46 mm | 13 | 68% | 37% | 33° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 23° | 63 mm | 13 | 65% | 40% | 39° | 5° |
| July | 14° | 25° | 74 mm | 14 | 70% | 34% | 41° | 6° |
| August | 14° | 24° | 77 mm | 14 | 71% | 39% | 38° | 7° |
| September | 11° | 21° | 56 mm | 12 | 76% | 39% | 34° | 2° |
| October | 8° | 16° | 62 mm | 15 | 84% | 25% | 28° | -3° |
| November | 4° | 11° | 62 mm | 16 | 86% | 26% | 21° | -4° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 73 mm | 20 | 88% | 17% | 18° | -16° |
Station: DUISBURG-BAERL, 10 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2007–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 2007–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.