Freiburg, Baden-Wurttemberg Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Freiburg get?

Freiburg gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 67% of Germany.

May is the wettest month, with 103 mm. January is the driest, with 49 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to June 17, 2023.

Freiburg weather by month

Freiburg weather in January

In January, Freiburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The January record high is 19°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1987).

Freiburg weather in February

In February, Freiburg averages a high of 8°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 22°C (1990) and the record low is -17°C (2012).

Freiburg weather in March

In March, Freiburg averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -12°C (1971).

Freiburg weather in April

In April, Freiburg averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2024) and the record low is -5°C (2013). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Freiburg weather in May

In May, Freiburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2009) and the record low is -1°C (2019).

Freiburg weather in June

In June, Freiburg averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 87 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 3°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Freiburg weather in July

In July, Freiburg averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 6°C (2011). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Freiburg weather in August

In August, Freiburg averages a high of 26°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (2009). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Freiburg weather in September

In September, Freiburg averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2009) and the record low is 1°C (2008). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Freiburg weather in October

In October, Freiburg averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (1985) and the record low is -6°C (2009).

Freiburg weather in November

In November, Freiburg averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (2010).

Freiburg weather in December

In December, Freiburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The December record high is 22°C (1989) and the record low is -20°C (2009).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Freiburg

July is the sunniest month in Freiburg, with sunshine about 47% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Freiburg is sunnier than 98% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in July at 60%.

Freiburg has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Freiburg is hotter than 94% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Freiburg

The first fall freeze in Freiburg typically comes around November 10, and the last spring freeze around April 6. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 218 days.

Freiburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Freiburg station is 40°C, on August 13, 2003. The coldest is -20°C, on December 20, 2009.

The wettest day on record brought 80 mm of rain, on May 18, 1994.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Freiburg

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and June to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Freiburg climate questions

How much rain does Freiburg get?

Freiburg gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Freiburg?

May is the wettest month in Freiburg, with 103 mm. January is the driest, with 49 mm.

How many rainy days does Freiburg have a year?

Freiburg has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Freiburg?

July is the warmest month in Freiburg, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Freiburg?

January is the coldest month in Freiburg, with an average low of 0°C.

What is the record high temperature in Freiburg?

The record high at the Freiburg station is 40°C, set on August 13, 2003. The record low is -20°C, on December 20, 2009.

What is the sunniest month in Freiburg?

July is the sunniest month in Freiburg, with sunshine about 47% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Freiburg?

The first fall freeze in Freiburg typically comes around November 10. The last spring freeze is around April 6.

What is the best time to visit Freiburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and June to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.