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Saarbrücken, Saarland Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Saarbrücken, Saarland?
Saarbrücken, Saarland gets 781 mm of precipitation a year over about 164 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Oceanic climate
Saarbrücken, Saarland has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 26°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 17° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 26° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 16° |
How much rain does Saarbrücken get?
Saarbrücken gets 781 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 164 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 60% of Germany.
December is the wettest month, with 87 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to July 19, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Saarbrücken got 590 mm of rain, against a normal of 781 mm for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 109 mm.
Saarbrücken weather by month
Saarbrücken weather in January
In January, Saarbrücken averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (2009).
Saarbrücken weather in February
In February, Saarbrücken averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2019) and the record low is -16°C (2012).
Saarbrücken weather in March
In March, Saarbrücken averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (2005).
Saarbrücken weather in April
In April, Saarbrücken averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (2003). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in May
In May, Saarbrücken averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2017) and the record low is -1°C (2021). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in June
In June, Saarbrücken averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 42°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (2006). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in July
In July, Saarbrücken averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (2011). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in August
In August, Saarbrücken averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 4°C (2009). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in September
In September, Saarbrücken averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 2°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saarbrücken weather in October
In October, Saarbrücken averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (2012).
Saarbrücken weather in November
In November, Saarbrücken averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (2025).
Saarbrücken weather in December
In December, Saarbrücken averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 17°C (2022) and the record low is -17°C (2009).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Saarbrücken
July is the sunniest month in Saarbrücken, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 34% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Saarbrücken is sunnier than 78% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in July at 61%.
Saarbrücken has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Saarbrücken is hotter than 99% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Saarbrücken
The first fall freeze in Saarbrücken typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 206 days.
Saarbrücken weather records
These records cover SAARBRUCKEN-BURBACH during 2001–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Saarbrücken station is 42°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -17°C, on December 20, 2009.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 79 mm of precipitation, on May 17, 2024.
The best time to visit Saarbrücken
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 0°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 6° | 72 mm | 17 | 87% | 21% | 16° | -13° |
| February | 0° | 7° | 64 mm | 15 | 80% | 29% | 22° | -16° |
| March | 2° | 12° | 57 mm | 12 | 68% | 38% | 26° | -13° |
| April | 5° | 17° | 42 mm | 12 | 62% | 42% | 29° | -5° |
| May | 9° | 21° | 72 mm | 13 | 66% | 39% | 34° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 24° | 58 mm | 12 | 62% | 42% | 42° | 3° |
| July | 14° | 27° | 64 mm | 13 | 61% | 44% | 40° | 7° |
| August | 13° | 26° | 74 mm | 14 | 64% | 41% | 39° | 4° |
| September | 10° | 21° | 58 mm | 10 | 72% | 43% | 34° | 2° |
| October | 7° | 16° | 65 mm | 13 | 83% | 25% | 28° | -6° |
| November | 4° | 10° | 69 mm | 16 | 88% | 24% | 22° | -8° |
| December | 1° | 6° | 87 mm | 17 | 90% | 16% | 17° | -17° |
Station: SAARBRUCKEN-BURBACH, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2001–2026; 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.
Saarbrücken climate questions
How much rain does Saarbrücken get?
Saarbrücken gets 781 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 164 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Saarbrücken?
December is the wettest month in Saarbrücken, with 87 mm. April is the driest, with 42 mm.
How many rainy days does Saarbrücken have a year?
Saarbrücken has about 164 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Saarbrücken?
July is the warmest month in Saarbrücken, with an average high of 27°C.
What is the coldest month in Saarbrücken?
January is the coldest month in Saarbrücken, with an average low of 0°C.
What is the record high temperature in Saarbrücken?
Within the available 2001–2026 station history, the record high at the Saarbrücken station is 42°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -17°C, on December 20, 2009.
What is the sunniest month in Saarbrücken?
July is the sunniest month in Saarbrücken, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Saarbrücken?
The first fall freeze in Saarbrücken typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 14.
What is the best time to visit Saarbrücken?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.