Osnabrück, Lower Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Osnabrück, Lower Saxony gets 720 mm of precipitation a year over about 177 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and February the coldest (average low 0°C).

Osnabrück climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Osnabrück, Lower Saxony has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 5°C in January to 24°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Osnabrück get?

Osnabrück gets 720 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 177 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 74% of Germany.

October is the wettest month, with 76 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to May 21, 2025.

Osnabrück weather by month

Osnabrück weather in January

In January, Osnabrück averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (2026).

Osnabrück weather in February

In February, Osnabrück averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -17°C (2021).

Osnabrück weather in March

In March, Osnabrück averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (2013).

Osnabrück weather in April

In April, Osnabrück averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (2020).

Osnabrück weather in May

In May, Osnabrück averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2018) and the record low is -1°C (2023). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Osnabrück weather in June

In June, Osnabrück averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 4°C (2011). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Osnabrück weather in July

In July, Osnabrück averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2019) and the record low is 6°C (2019). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Osnabrück weather in August

In August, Osnabrück averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (2025). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Osnabrück weather in September

In September, Osnabrück averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is 1°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Osnabrück weather in October

In October, Osnabrück averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (2012).

Osnabrück weather in November

In November, Osnabrück averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2020) and the record low is -7°C (2022).

Osnabrück weather in December

In December, Osnabrück averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -14°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Osnabrück

April is the sunniest month in Osnabrück, with sunshine about 37% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 15%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. Osnabrück is cloudier than 94% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in June at 64%.

Osnabrück has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Osnabrück is cooler than 56% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Osnabrück

The first fall freeze in Osnabrück typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around April 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 207 days.

Osnabrück weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Osnabrück station is 39°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -17°C, on February 13, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 66 mm of rain, on August 16, 2015.

The best time to visit Osnabrück

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°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 23°C and lows near 12°C.

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

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January66 mm1886%19%17°-12°
February55 mm1581%23%18°-17°
March48 mm1371%36%23°-13°
April39 mm1265%37%27°-3°
May50 mm1366%35%31°-1°
June69 mm1564%36%37°
July70 mm1469%31%39°
August68 mm1470%37%37°
September60 mm1375%37%32°
October76 mm1583%24%27°-4°
November52 mm1586%24%19°-7°
December67 mm1989%15%17°-14°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Osnabrück climate questions

How much rain does Osnabrück get?

Osnabrück gets 720 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 177 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Osnabrück?

October is the wettest month in Osnabrück, with 76 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm.

How many rainy days does Osnabrück have a year?

Osnabrück has about 177 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Osnabrück?

July is the warmest month in Osnabrück, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Osnabrück?

February is the coldest month in Osnabrück, with an average low of 0°C.

What is the record high temperature in Osnabrück?

The record high at the Osnabrück station is 39°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -17°C, on February 13, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Osnabrück?

April is the sunniest month in Osnabrück, with sunshine about 37% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Osnabrück?

The first fall freeze in Osnabrück typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around April 25.

What is the best time to visit Osnabrück?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station BELM (10 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station BELM.