Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein gets 679 mm of precipitation a year over about 172 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).

Lübeck climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 24°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Lübeck get?

Lübeck gets 679 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 172 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of Germany.

August is the wettest month, with 73 mm. April is the driest, with 38 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to March 24, 2025.

Lübeck weather by month

Lübeck weather in January

In January, Lübeck averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1997).

Lübeck weather in February

In February, Lübeck averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -24°C (1986).

Lübeck weather in March

In March, Lübeck averages a high of 9°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -19°C (1986).

Lübeck weather in April

In April, Lübeck averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1996) and the record low is -8°C (2013).

Lübeck weather in May

In May, Lübeck averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is -2°C (1989). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lübeck weather in June

In June, Lübeck averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 0°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lübeck weather in July

In July, Lübeck averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1996). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lübeck weather in August

In August, Lübeck averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1992) and the record low is 3°C (2014).

Lübeck weather in September

In September, Lübeck averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 0°C (1987). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lübeck weather in October

In October, Lübeck averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -8°C (1997).

Lübeck weather in November

In November, Lübeck averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2020) and the record low is -13°C (1993).

Lübeck weather in December

In December, Lübeck averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2022) and the record low is -18°C (1995).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lübeck

June is the sunniest month in Lübeck, with sunshine about 42% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Lübeck is cloudier than 74% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in April at 70%.

Lübeck has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Lübeck is cooler than 79% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Lübeck

The first fall freeze in Lübeck typically comes around October 17, and the last spring freeze around April 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 170 days.

Lübeck weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lübeck station is 38°C, on August 9, 1992. The coldest is -24°C, on February 9, 1986.

The wettest day on record brought 96 mm of rain, on July 17, 2002.

41 all-time records have been set at the station since 1985.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1985.

The best time to visit Lübeck

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 3°C.

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

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

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January59 mm1687%19%-16°16°-23°
February50 mm1583%22%-16°18°-24°
March47 mm1475%36%-16°24°-19°
April38 mm1170%40%-14°29°-8°
May50 mm1270%37%-12°34°-2°
June69 mm1470%42%-9°38°
July68 mm1572%36%-8°38°
August73 mm1473%38%-7°38°
September53 mm1377%38%-8°32°
October55 mm1585%27%-11°27°-8°
November55 mm1688%18%-12°20°-13°
December63 mm1791%13%-15°16°-18°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Lübeck climate questions

How much rain does Lübeck get?

Lübeck gets 679 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 172 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lübeck?

August is the wettest month in Lübeck, with 73 mm. April is the driest, with 38 mm.

How many rainy days does Lübeck have a year?

Lübeck has about 172 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Lübeck?

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

What is the coldest month in Lübeck?

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

What is the record high temperature in Lübeck?

The record high at the Lübeck station is 38°C, set on August 9, 1992. The record low is -24°C, on February 9, 1986.

What is the sunniest month in Lübeck?

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

When is the first frost in Lübeck?

The first fall freeze in Lübeck typically comes around October 17. The last spring freeze is around April 30.

What is the best time to visit Lübeck?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LUBECK-BLANKENSEE (7 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station LUBECK-BLANKENSEE.