Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kiel get?

Kiel gets 755 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 177 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 74% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 84 mm. April is the driest, with 40 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to May 10, 2022.

Kiel weather by month

Kiel weather in January

In January, Kiel averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -15°C (1987).

Kiel weather in February

In February, Kiel averages a high of 5°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (2012).

Kiel weather in March

In March, Kiel averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (2017) and the record low is -14°C (1987).

Kiel weather in April

In April, Kiel averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1996) and the record low is -7°C (1996).

Kiel weather in May

In May, Kiel averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2000) and the record low is -3°C (2013). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kiel weather in June

In June, Kiel averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kiel weather in July

In July, Kiel averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 6°C (1996).

Kiel weather in August

In August, Kiel averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 35°C (2018) and the record low is 4°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kiel weather in September

In September, Kiel averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 30°C (2016) and the record low is 2°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kiel weather in October

In October, Kiel averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The October record high is 25°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1997).

Kiel weather in November

In November, Kiel averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2020) and the record low is -12°C (2010).

Kiel weather in December

In December, Kiel averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2022) and the record low is -15°C (1995).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kiel

April is the sunniest month in Kiel, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Kiel is cloudier than 70% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in April at 71%.

Kiel has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Kiel is cooler than 96% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Kiel

The first fall freeze in Kiel typically comes around November 9, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 201 days.

Kiel weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kiel station is 37°C, on July 20, 2022. The coldest is -18°C, on February 7, 2012.

The wettest day on record brought 104 mm of rain, on August 27, 1989.

27 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1987.

The best time to visit Kiel

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near 0°C.

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

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.

Kiel climate questions

How much rain does Kiel get?

Kiel gets 755 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 177 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kiel?

July is the wettest month in Kiel, with 84 mm. April is the driest, with 40 mm.

How many rainy days does Kiel have a year?

Kiel has about 177 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Kiel?

July is the warmest month in Kiel, with an average high of 22°C.

What is the coldest month in Kiel?

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

What is the record high temperature in Kiel?

The record high at the Kiel station is 37°C, set on July 20, 2022. The record low is -18°C, on February 7, 2012.

What is the sunniest month in Kiel?

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

When is the first frost in Kiel?

The first fall freeze in Kiel typically comes around November 9. The last spring freeze is around April 22.

What is the best time to visit Kiel?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.