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Nuremberg, Bavaria Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Nuremberg, Bavaria?
Nuremberg, Bavaria gets 600 mm of precipitation a year over about 151 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).
Oceanic climate
Nuremberg, Bavaria has warm summers and cold 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 | -2° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 5° | 14° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Nuremberg got 529 mm of rain, against a normal of 600 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 99 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 32% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover NURNBERG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 77 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2° | 3° | 40 mm | 14 | 85% | 20% | 15° | -23° |
| February | -2° | 5° | 33 mm | 12 | 80% | 27% | 19° | -22° |
| March | 1° | 10° | 39 mm | 12 | 68% | 39% | 24° | -18° |
| April | 3° | 15° | 33 mm | 11 | 64% | 38% | 31° | -8° |
| May | 8° | 20° | 61 mm | 12 | 66% | 36% | 33° | -3° |
| June | 11° | 23° | 64 mm | 13 | 64% | 39% | 38° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 25° | 77 mm | 14 | 62% | 40% | 38° | 4° |
| August | 13° | 25° | 59 mm | 12 | 67% | 41% | 38° | 2° |
| September | 9° | 20° | 49 mm | 11 | 74% | 43% | 33° | -2° |
| October | 5° | 14° | 49 mm | 13 | 83% | 25% | 28° | -7° |
| November | 2° | 8° | 47 mm | 13 | 88% | 22% | 20° | -12° |
| December | -1° | 4° | 49 mm | 15 | 89% | 17% | 17° | -22° |
Station: NURNBERG, 6 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.