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Osnabrück, 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 Osnabrück, Lower Saxony?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Osnabrück got 533 mm of rain, against a normal of 720 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 95 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 37% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 30% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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 54% 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
These records cover BELM during 1994–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 66 mm of precipitation, 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 5° | 66 mm | 18 | 86% | 19% | 17° | -12° |
| February | 0° | 6° | 55 mm | 15 | 81% | 23% | 18° | -17° |
| March | 2° | 9° | 48 mm | 13 | 71% | 36% | 23° | -13° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 39 mm | 12 | 65% | 37% | 27° | -3° |
| May | 8° | 18° | 50 mm | 13 | 66% | 35% | 31° | -1° |
| June | 11° | 22° | 69 mm | 15 | 64% | 36% | 37° | 4° |
| July | 13° | 24° | 70 mm | 14 | 69% | 31% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 68 mm | 14 | 70% | 37% | 37° | 6° |
| September | 10° | 19° | 60 mm | 13 | 75% | 37% | 32° | 1° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 76 mm | 15 | 83% | 24% | 27° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 9° | 52 mm | 15 | 86% | 24% | 19° | -7° |
| December | 2° | 6° | 67 mm | 19 | 89% | 15% | 17° | -14° |
Station: BELM, 10 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1994–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 1994–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 37% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.