Mulhouse, Grand Est Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Mulhouse get?

Mulhouse gets 765 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 183 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 74% of France.

May is the wettest month, with 87 mm. February is the driest, with 44 mm. September has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to November 10, 2024.

From October 2025 to September 2026 Mulhouse got 536 mm of rain, against a normal of 765 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 100 mm.

Mulhouse weather by month

Mulhouse weather in January

In January, Mulhouse averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 19°C (1991) and the record low is -23°C (1985).

Mulhouse weather in February

In February, Mulhouse averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (1990) and the record low is -21°C (1999).

Mulhouse weather in March

In March, Mulhouse averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -17°C (2005).

Mulhouse weather in April

In April, Mulhouse averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (2024) and the record low is -6°C (2003).

Mulhouse weather in May

In May, Mulhouse averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is -2°C (1976).

Mulhouse weather in June

In June, Mulhouse averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 2°C (2005). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Mulhouse weather in July

In July, Mulhouse averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (2026) and the record low is 6°C (1980). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Mulhouse weather in August

In August, Mulhouse averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1998). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Mulhouse weather in September

In September, Mulhouse averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is -1°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Mulhouse weather in October

In October, Mulhouse averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (1985) and the record low is -6°C (1997).

Mulhouse weather in November

In November, Mulhouse averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (2010).

Mulhouse weather in December

In December, Mulhouse averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (1989) and the record low is -19°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Mulhouse

July is the sunniest month in Mulhouse, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 22%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 36% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Mulhouse is cloudier than 56% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in July at 61%.

Mulhouse has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Mulhouse is hotter than 75% of France.

First and last freeze in Mulhouse

The first fall freeze in Mulhouse typically comes around October 29, and the last spring freeze around April 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 193 days.

Mulhouse weather records

These records cover BASEL-MULHOUSE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

The hottest temperature on record at the Mulhouse station is 41°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -23°C, on January 6, 1985.

The wettest day in the available station history brought 59 mm of precipitation, on August 8, 2007.

51 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 Mulhouse

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Mulhouse climate questions

How much rain does Mulhouse get?

Mulhouse gets 765 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 183 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Mulhouse?

May is the wettest month in Mulhouse, with 87 mm. February is the driest, with 44 mm.

How many rainy days does Mulhouse have a year?

Mulhouse has about 183 days with measurable rain in an average year. September has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Mulhouse?

July is the warmest month in Mulhouse, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Mulhouse?

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

What is the record high temperature in Mulhouse?

Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Mulhouse station is 41°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -23°C, on January 6, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Mulhouse?

July is the sunniest month in Mulhouse, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Mulhouse?

The first fall freeze in Mulhouse typically comes around October 29. The last spring freeze is around April 19.

What is the best time to visit Mulhouse?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.