Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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.

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. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 38% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. 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 59% 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

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 on record brought 82 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 38% of daylight hours. 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.