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Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt?
Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt gets 515 mm of precipitation a year over about 150 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 25°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 14° |
How much rain does Magdeburg get?
Magdeburg gets 515 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 150 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 91% of Germany.
July is the wettest month, with 61 mm. February is the driest, with 26 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to December 28, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Magdeburg got 393 mm of rain, against a normal of 515 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 63 mm.
Magdeburg weather by month
Magdeburg weather in January
In January, Magdeburg averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (1999) and the record low is -24°C (1971).
Magdeburg weather in February
In February, Magdeburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 20°C (1990) and the record low is -24°C (1986).
Magdeburg weather in March
In March, Magdeburg averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -17°C (1971).
Magdeburg weather in April
In April, Magdeburg averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (2013).
Magdeburg weather in May
In May, Magdeburg averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Magdeburg weather in June
In June, Magdeburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Magdeburg weather in July
In July, Magdeburg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 6°C (1984).
Magdeburg weather in August
In August, Magdeburg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1980). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Magdeburg weather in September
In September, Magdeburg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is 0°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Magdeburg weather in October
In October, Magdeburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1985) and the record low is -7°C (2003).
Magdeburg weather in November
In November, Magdeburg averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -11°C (1993).
Magdeburg weather in December
In December, Magdeburg averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1981).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Magdeburg
September is the sunniest month in Magdeburg, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 31% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Magdeburg is cloudier than 60% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in June at 62%.
Magdeburg has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Magdeburg is hotter than 72% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Magdeburg
The first fall freeze in Magdeburg typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 185 days.
Magdeburg weather records
These records cover MAGDEBURG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Magdeburg station is 40°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -24°C, on February 22, 1986.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 67 mm of precipitation, on July 16, 1987.
41 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Magdeburg
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°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 15°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 4° | 38 mm | 14 | 84% | 21% | 17° | -24° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 26 mm | 12 | 79% | 22% | 20° | -24° |
| March | 1° | 9° | 35 mm | 13 | 69% | 39% | 24° | -17° |
| April | 4° | 15° | 28 mm | 11 | 64% | 36% | 31° | -7° |
| May | 8° | 19° | 56 mm | 12 | 63% | 36% | 33° | -3° |
| June | 12° | 23° | 52 mm | 12 | 62% | 40% | 40° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 25° | 61 mm | 13 | 63% | 37% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 25° | 59 mm | 12 | 66% | 36% | 38° | 4° |
| September | 10° | 20° | 43 mm | 11 | 71% | 42% | 34° | 0° |
| October | 6° | 14° | 40 mm | 13 | 82% | 28% | 28° | -7° |
| November | 2° | 8° | 37 mm | 14 | 85% | 22% | 21° | -11° |
| December | -1° | 5° | 39 mm | 15 | 87% | 17% | 18° | -19° |
Station: MAGDEBURG, 5 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Magdeburg climate questions
How much rain does Magdeburg get?
Magdeburg gets 515 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 150 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Magdeburg?
July is the wettest month in Magdeburg, with 61 mm. February is the driest, with 26 mm.
How many rainy days does Magdeburg have a year?
Magdeburg has about 150 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Magdeburg?
July is the warmest month in Magdeburg, with an average high of 25°C.
What is the coldest month in Magdeburg?
January is the coldest month in Magdeburg, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Magdeburg?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Magdeburg station is 40°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -24°C, on February 22, 1986.
What is the sunniest month in Magdeburg?
September is the sunniest month in Magdeburg, with estimated sunshine of 42% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Magdeburg?
The first fall freeze in Magdeburg typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 19.
What is the best time to visit Magdeburg?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.