Saarbrücken, Saarland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Saarbrücken climate at a glance

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.

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.

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. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2022) 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. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 79 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January72 mm1787%21%16°-13°
February64 mm1580%29%22°-16°
March57 mm1268%38%26°-13°
April42 mm1262%42%29°-5°
May72 mm1366%39%34°-1°
June58 mm1262%42%42°
July64 mm1361%44%40°
August74 mm1464%41%39°
September58 mm1072%43%34°
October65 mm1383%25%28°-6°
November69 mm1688%24%22°-8°
December87 mm1790%16%17°-17°

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?

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 sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAARBRUCKEN-BURBACH (6 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAARBRUCKEN-BURBACH.