Göttingen, Lower Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Göttingen get?

Göttingen gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 164 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 61% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 72 mm. April is the driest, with 35 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 21 days, to August 26, 2025.

Göttingen weather by month

Göttingen weather in January

In January, Göttingen averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (1997).

Göttingen weather in February

In February, Göttingen averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 14 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 (2021).

Göttingen weather in March

In March, Göttingen averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -19°C (1987).

Göttingen weather in April

In April, Göttingen averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Göttingen weather in May

In May, Göttingen averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2017) and the record low is -3°C (2011). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Göttingen weather in June

In June, Göttingen averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Göttingen weather in July

In July, Göttingen averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (2019).

Göttingen weather in August

In August, Göttingen averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1992) and the record low is 2°C (2025). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Göttingen weather in September

In September, Göttingen averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2018). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Göttingen weather in October

In October, Göttingen averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -8°C (1997).

Göttingen weather in November

In November, Göttingen averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -13°C (1973).

Göttingen weather in December

In December, Göttingen averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Göttingen

September is the sunniest month in Göttingen, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. Göttingen is cloudier than 94% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in April at 66%.

Göttingen has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Göttingen is cooler than 61% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Göttingen

The first fall freeze in Göttingen typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 172 days.

Göttingen weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Göttingen station is 39°C, on July 20, 2022. The coldest is -24°C, on January 7, 2009.

The wettest day on record brought 72 mm of rain, on June 22, 2017.

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 Göttingen

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Göttingen climate questions

How much rain does Göttingen get?

Göttingen gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 164 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Göttingen?

July is the wettest month in Göttingen, with 72 mm. April is the driest, with 35 mm.

How many rainy days does Göttingen have a year?

Göttingen has about 164 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Göttingen?

July is the warmest month in Göttingen, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Göttingen?

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

What is the record high temperature in Göttingen?

The record high at the Göttingen station is 39°C, set on July 20, 2022. The record low is -24°C, on January 7, 2009.

What is the sunniest month in Göttingen?

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

When is the first frost in Göttingen?

The first fall freeze in Göttingen typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 30.

What is the best time to visit Göttingen?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.