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Oldenburg, Lower Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Oldenburg, Lower Saxony?
Oldenburg, Lower Saxony gets 766 mm of precipitation a year over about 180 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Oceanic climate
Oldenburg, Lower Saxony has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 5°C in January to 23°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 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 22° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Oldenburg got 641 mm of rain, against a normal of 766 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 122 mm.
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. 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 (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. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 30% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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 80% 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
These records cover FRIESOYTHE-EDEWECHTERDAM during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 94 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 5° | 65 mm | 17 | 87% | 20% | 15° | -23° |
| February | 1° | 6° | 54 mm | 15 | 82% | 23% | 18° | -16° |
| March | 2° | 9° | 53 mm | 15 | 74% | 36% | 24° | -17° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 46 mm | 13 | 69% | 40% | 28° | -6° |
| May | 8° | 18° | 57 mm | 13 | 71% | 35% | 32° | -2° |
| June | 11° | 21° | 70 mm | 14 | 71% | 39% | 36° | 0° |
| July | 13° | 23° | 77 mm | 14 | 75% | 32% | 38° | 4° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 75 mm | 15 | 75% | 38% | 37° | 3° |
| September | 10° | 19° | 71 mm | 14 | 79% | 36% | 32° | -2° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 62 mm | 16 | 85% | 25% | 28° | -7° |
| November | 3° | 9° | 62 mm | 17 | 88% | 21% | 20° | -9° |
| December | 2° | 6° | 74 mm | 18 | 90% | 14% | 16° | -17° |
Station: FRIESOYTHE-EDEWECHTERDAM, 19 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.