Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Rostock get?

Rostock gets 616 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 159 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 74% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 70 mm. April is the driest, with 34 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to May 9, 2022.

Rostock weather by month

Rostock weather in January

In January, Rostock averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1979).

Rostock weather in February

In February, Rostock averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (2012).

Rostock weather in March

In March, Rostock averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (1989) and the record low is -13°C (1986).

Rostock weather in April

In April, Rostock averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1996) and the record low is -3°C (2018).

Rostock weather in May

In May, Rostock averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is 0°C (1978).

Rostock weather in June

In June, Rostock averages a high of 19°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rostock weather in July

In July, Rostock averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 8°C (1996).

Rostock weather in August

In August, Rostock averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is 7°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rostock weather in September

In September, Rostock averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2024) and the record low is 3°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Rostock weather in October

In October, Rostock averages a high of 13°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (2003).

Rostock weather in November

In November, Rostock averages a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (1998).

Rostock weather in December

In December, Rostock averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1977) and the record low is -15°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Rostock

June is the sunniest month in Rostock, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Rostock is cloudier than 53% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in April at 70%.

Rostock has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Rostock is cooler than 96% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Rostock

The first fall freeze in Rostock typically comes around November 16, and the last spring freeze around March 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 231 days.

Rostock weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Rostock station is 38°C, on July 20, 2022. The coldest is -18°C, on January 1, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 112 mm of rain, on July 22, 2011.

43 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 Rostock

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 8°C.

Rostock climate questions

How much rain does Rostock get?

Rostock gets 616 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 159 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Rostock?

July is the wettest month in Rostock, with 70 mm. April is the driest, with 34 mm.

How many rainy days does Rostock have a year?

Rostock has about 159 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Rostock?

July is the warmest month in Rostock, with an average high of 22°C.

What is the coldest month in Rostock?

January is the coldest month in Rostock, with an average low of 0°C.

What is the record high temperature in Rostock?

The record high at the Rostock station is 38°C, set on July 20, 2022. The record low is -18°C, on January 1, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Rostock?

June is the sunniest month in Rostock, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Rostock?

The first fall freeze in Rostock typically comes around November 16. The last spring freeze is around March 30.

What is the best time to visit Rostock?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.