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Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia?
Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 746 mm of precipitation a year over about 170 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Oceanic climate
Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 25°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 15° |
How much rain does Mönchengladbach get?
Mönchengladbach gets 746 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 170 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 55% of Germany.
August is the wettest month, with 76 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to June 6, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Mönchengladbach got 546 mm of rain, against a normal of 746 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 74 mm.
Mönchengladbach weather by month
Mönchengladbach weather in January
In January, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (2009).
Mönchengladbach weather in February
In February, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -14°C (1986).
Mönchengladbach weather in March
In March, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°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 26°C (2021) and the record low is -12°C (1971).
Mönchengladbach weather in April
In April, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2007) and the record low is -5°C (1996).
Mönchengladbach weather in May
In May, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (1996). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mönchengladbach weather in June
In June, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mönchengladbach weather in July
In July, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 5°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mönchengladbach weather in August
In August, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 6°C (1993).
Mönchengladbach weather in September
In September, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is -1°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Mönchengladbach weather in October
In October, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 15°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (2003).
Mönchengladbach weather in November
In November, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (1971).
Mönchengladbach weather in December
In December, Mönchengladbach averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -16°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Mönchengladbach
June is the sunniest month in Mönchengladbach, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 32% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Mönchengladbach is sunnier than 54% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in April at 65%.
Mönchengladbach has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Mönchengladbach is hotter than 72% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Mönchengladbach
The first fall freeze in Mönchengladbach typically comes around November 10, and the last spring freeze around April 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 208 days.
Mönchengladbach weather records
These records cover TONISVORST during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Mönchengladbach station is 41°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -18°C, on January 6, 2009.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 70 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2025.
49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Mönchengladbach
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 6° | 60 mm | 16 | 86% | 22% | 17° | -18° |
| February | 1° | 7° | 55 mm | 14 | 79% | 26% | 21° | -14° |
| March | 3° | 11° | 50 mm | 14 | 70% | 37% | 26° | -12° |
| April | 5° | 16° | 42 mm | 12 | 65% | 39% | 29° | -5° |
| May | 9° | 19° | 62 mm | 13 | 68% | 37% | 33° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 22° | 67 mm | 12 | 65% | 41% | 40° | 1° |
| July | 14° | 24° | 70 mm | 13 | 69% | 35% | 41° | 5° |
| August | 14° | 24° | 76 mm | 14 | 70% | 39% | 38° | 6° |
| September | 11° | 20° | 63 mm | 13 | 75% | 39% | 34° | -1° |
| October | 8° | 15° | 65 mm | 15 | 83% | 26% | 28° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 10° | 62 mm | 16 | 85% | 26% | 21° | -8° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 73 mm | 17 | 88% | 18% | 18° | -16° |
Station: TONISVORST, 12 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.
Mönchengladbach climate questions
How much rain does Mönchengladbach get?
Mönchengladbach gets 746 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 170 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Mönchengladbach?
August is the wettest month in Mönchengladbach, with 76 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm.
How many rainy days does Mönchengladbach have a year?
Mönchengladbach has about 170 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Mönchengladbach?
July is the warmest month in Mönchengladbach, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Mönchengladbach?
January is the coldest month in Mönchengladbach, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Mönchengladbach?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Mönchengladbach station is 41°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -18°C, on January 6, 2009.
What is the sunniest month in Mönchengladbach?
June is the sunniest month in Mönchengladbach, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Mönchengladbach?
The first fall freeze in Mönchengladbach typically comes around November 10. The last spring freeze is around April 16.
What is the best time to visit Mönchengladbach?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.