Oldenburg, Lower Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Oldenburg get?

Oldenburg gets 766 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 180 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 82% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 46 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to June 19, 2023.

Oldenburg weather by month

Oldenburg weather in January

In January, Oldenburg averages a high of 5°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 17 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 (1979).

Oldenburg weather in February

In February, Oldenburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -16°C (1986).

Oldenburg weather in March

In March, Oldenburg averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (1989) and the record low is -17°C (2005).

Oldenburg weather in April

In April, Oldenburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (1996) and the record low is -6°C (2003).

Oldenburg weather in May

In May, Oldenburg averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2005) and the record low is -2°C (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oldenburg weather in June

In June, Oldenburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2002) and the record low is 0°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oldenburg weather in July

In July, Oldenburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (2019).

Oldenburg weather in August

In August, Oldenburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is 3°C (2025). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oldenburg weather in September

In September, Oldenburg averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oldenburg weather in October

In October, Oldenburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1997).

Oldenburg weather in November

In November, Oldenburg averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2020) and the record low is -9°C (1993).

Oldenburg weather in December

In December, Oldenburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1977) and the record low is -17°C (1970).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Oldenburg

April is the sunniest month in Oldenburg, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. Oldenburg is cloudier than 84% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in April at 69%.

Oldenburg has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Oldenburg is cooler than 82% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Oldenburg

The first fall freeze in Oldenburg typically comes around November 3, and the last spring freeze around April 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 191 days.

Oldenburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Oldenburg station is 38°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -23°C, on January 4, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 94 mm of rain, on August 13, 2024.

41 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 Oldenburg

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°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 14°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 7°C.

Oldenburg climate questions

How much rain does Oldenburg get?

Oldenburg gets 766 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 180 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Oldenburg?

July is the wettest month in Oldenburg, with 77 mm. April is the driest, with 46 mm.

How many rainy days does Oldenburg have a year?

Oldenburg has about 180 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Oldenburg?

July is the warmest month in Oldenburg, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Oldenburg?

January is the coldest month in Oldenburg, with an average low of 0°C.

What is the record high temperature in Oldenburg?

The record high at the Oldenburg station is 38°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -23°C, on January 4, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Oldenburg?

April is the sunniest month in Oldenburg, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Oldenburg?

The first fall freeze in Oldenburg typically comes around November 3. The last spring freeze is around April 26.

What is the best time to visit Oldenburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.