Nuremberg, Bavaria Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Nuremberg get?

Nuremberg gets 600 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 151 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 90% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 77 mm. February is the driest, with 33 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to June 7, 2023.

Nuremberg weather by month

Nuremberg weather in January

In January, Nuremberg averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1985).

Nuremberg weather in February

In February, Nuremberg averages a high of 5°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -22°C (1985).

Nuremberg weather in March

In March, Nuremberg averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2017) and the record low is -18°C (2005).

Nuremberg weather in April

In April, Nuremberg averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Nuremberg weather in May

In May, Nuremberg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -3°C (1979). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nuremberg weather in June

In June, Nuremberg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nuremberg weather in July

In July, Nuremberg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1984).

Nuremberg weather in August

In August, Nuremberg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nuremberg weather in September

In September, Nuremberg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2024) and the record low is -2°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nuremberg weather in October

In October, Nuremberg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1985) and the record low is -7°C (1972).

Nuremberg weather in November

In November, Nuremberg averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2020) and the record low is -12°C (1993).

Nuremberg weather in December

In December, Nuremberg averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -22°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nuremberg

September is the sunniest month in Nuremberg, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Nuremberg is sunnier than 58% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in July at 62%.

Nuremberg has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Nuremberg is hotter than 82% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Nuremberg

The first fall freeze in Nuremberg typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around May 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 167 days.

Nuremberg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Nuremberg station is 38°C, on July 27, 1983. The coldest is -23°C, on January 8, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 77 mm of rain, on May 7, 1978.

43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Nuremberg

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 cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 5°C.

Nuremberg climate questions

How much rain does Nuremberg get?

Nuremberg gets 600 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 151 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Nuremberg?

July is the wettest month in Nuremberg, with 77 mm. February is the driest, with 33 mm.

How many rainy days does Nuremberg have a year?

Nuremberg has about 151 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Nuremberg?

July is the warmest month in Nuremberg, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Nuremberg?

January is the coldest month in Nuremberg, with an average low of -2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Nuremberg?

The record high at the Nuremberg station is 38°C, set on July 27, 1983. The record low is -23°C, on January 8, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Nuremberg?

September is the sunniest month in Nuremberg, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Nuremberg?

The first fall freeze in Nuremberg typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around May 1.

What is the best time to visit Nuremberg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.