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Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
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Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia?
Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 902 mm of precipitation a year over about 186 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 5°C in January to 24°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 | 0° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
How much rain does Paderborn get?
Paderborn gets 902 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 186 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 90% of Germany.
July is the wettest month, with 90 mm. April is the driest, with 53 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to August 21, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Paderborn got 827 mm of rain, against a normal of 902 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 212 mm.
Paderborn weather by month
Paderborn weather in January
In January, Paderborn averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 88 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 -23°C (2009).
Paderborn weather in February
In February, Paderborn averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -21°C (2021).
Paderborn weather in March
In March, Paderborn averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 65 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 25°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1971).
Paderborn weather in April
In April, Paderborn averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -8°C (2013).
Paderborn weather in May
In May, Paderborn averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 14 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 (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Paderborn weather in June
In June, Paderborn averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Paderborn weather in July
In July, Paderborn averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1971).
Paderborn weather in August
In August, Paderborn averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 3°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Paderborn weather in September
In September, Paderborn averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is -1°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Paderborn weather in October
In October, Paderborn averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (1983) and the record low is -7°C (2003).
Paderborn weather in November
In November, Paderborn averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2014) and the record low is -13°C (1985).
Paderborn weather in December
In December, Paderborn averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1973).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Paderborn
June is the sunniest month in Paderborn, with estimated sunshine of 38% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 30% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Paderborn is cloudier than 88% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in June at 65%.
Paderborn has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Paderborn is cooler than 56% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Paderborn
The first fall freeze in Paderborn typically comes around November 4, and the last spring freeze around April 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 194 days.
Paderborn weather records
These records cover BAD LIPPSPRINGE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Paderborn station is 38°C, on July 4, 2015. The coldest is -23°C, on January 6, 2009.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 82 mm of precipitation, on May 31, 2026.
45 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 Paderborn
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 5°C and lows near 0°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° | 4° | 88 mm | 18 | 86% | 19% | 17° | -23° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 64 mm | 16 | 81% | 23% | 19° | -21° |
| March | 2° | 9° | 65 mm | 15 | 71% | 36% | 25° | -16° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 53 mm | 12 | 66% | 35% | 27° | -8° |
| May | 8° | 18° | 65 mm | 14 | 67% | 35% | 32° | -2° |
| June | 11° | 21° | 71 mm | 14 | 65% | 38% | 37° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 23° | 90 mm | 15 | 68% | 33% | 38° | 2° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 86 mm | 15 | 70% | 36% | 38° | 3° |
| September | 10° | 19° | 77 mm | 14 | 75% | 38% | 32° | -1° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 77 mm | 16 | 83% | 24% | 27° | -7° |
| November | 3° | 9° | 80 mm | 17 | 86% | 24% | 21° | -13° |
| December | 1° | 6° | 89 mm | 20 | 88% | 16% | 18° | -19° |
Station: BAD LIPPSPRINGE, 10 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.
Paderborn climate questions
How much rain does Paderborn get?
Paderborn gets 902 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 186 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Paderborn?
July is the wettest month in Paderborn, with 90 mm. April is the driest, with 53 mm.
How many rainy days does Paderborn have a year?
Paderborn has about 186 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Paderborn?
July is the warmest month in Paderborn, with an average high of 23°C.
What is the coldest month in Paderborn?
January is the coldest month in Paderborn, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Paderborn?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Paderborn station is 38°C, set on July 4, 2015. The record low is -23°C, on January 6, 2009.
What is the sunniest month in Paderborn?
June is the sunniest month in Paderborn, with estimated sunshine of 38% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Paderborn?
The first fall freeze in Paderborn typically comes around November 4. The last spring freeze is around April 24.
What is the best time to visit Paderborn?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.