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Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein?
Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein gets 755 mm of precipitation a year over about 177 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 22°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Oceanic climate
Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 22°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 0° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 13° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Kiel got 538 mm of rain, against a normal of 755 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 121 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 31% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover KIEL-HOLTENAU during 1973–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 104 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 4° | 68 mm | 17 | 87% | 19% | 14° | -15° |
| February | 0° | 5° | 51 mm | 15 | 84% | 23% | 18° | -18° |
| March | 2° | 8° | 50 mm | 14 | 76% | 37% | 22° | -14° |
| April | 4° | 13° | 40 mm | 12 | 71% | 42% | 29° | -7° |
| May | 7° | 17° | 51 mm | 13 | 73% | 36% | 29° | -3° |
| June | 11° | 20° | 66 mm | 13 | 73% | 42% | 36° | 2° |
| July | 13° | 22° | 84 mm | 14 | 75% | 35% | 37° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 22° | 77 mm | 15 | 75% | 39% | 35° | 4° |
| September | 11° | 18° | 66 mm | 14 | 79% | 37% | 30° | 2° |
| October | 7° | 13° | 71 mm | 15 | 86% | 27% | 25° | -6° |
| November | 3° | 8° | 64 mm | 17 | 88% | 18% | 19° | -12° |
| December | 1° | 5° | 69 mm | 17 | 91% | 14% | 14° | -15° |
Station: KIEL-HOLTENAU, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1973–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 1973–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.