Erfurt, Thuringia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Erfurt get?

Erfurt gets 534 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 148 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 94% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 23 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to August 25, 2025.

Erfurt weather by month

Erfurt weather in January

In January, Erfurt averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -25°C (1982).

Erfurt weather in February

In February, Erfurt averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -24°C (1986).

Erfurt weather in March

In March, Erfurt averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (1989) and the record low is -20°C (1987).

Erfurt weather in April

In April, Erfurt averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -11°C (1986).

Erfurt weather in May

In May, Erfurt averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2005) and the record low is -3°C (2020). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Erfurt weather in June

In June, Erfurt 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 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 0°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Erfurt weather in July

In July, Erfurt averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1984).

Erfurt weather in August

In August, Erfurt averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Erfurt weather in September

In September, Erfurt averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Erfurt weather in October

In October, Erfurt averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1985) and the record low is -8°C (1997).

Erfurt weather in November

In November, Erfurt averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2020) and the record low is -12°C (1971).

Erfurt weather in December

In December, Erfurt averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2019) and the record low is -23°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Erfurt

September is the sunniest month in Erfurt, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Erfurt is cloudier than 65% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 86% and is lowest in July at 60%.

Erfurt has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Erfurt is cooler than 66% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Erfurt

The first fall freeze in Erfurt typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 178 days.

Erfurt weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Erfurt station is 38°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -25°C, on January 11, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 75 mm of rain, on August 10, 2007.

48 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Erfurt

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.

Erfurt climate questions

How much rain does Erfurt get?

Erfurt gets 534 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 148 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Erfurt?

July is the wettest month in Erfurt, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 23 mm.

How many rainy days does Erfurt have a year?

Erfurt has about 148 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Erfurt?

July is the warmest month in Erfurt, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Erfurt?

January is the coldest month in Erfurt, with an average low of -3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Erfurt?

The record high at the Erfurt station is 38°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -25°C, on January 11, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Erfurt?

September is the sunniest month in Erfurt, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Erfurt?

The first fall freeze in Erfurt typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 26.

What is the best time to visit Erfurt?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.