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Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony?
Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony gets 655 mm of precipitation a year over about 169 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 25°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
How much rain does Wolfsburg get?
Wolfsburg gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 169 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 53% of Germany.
July is the wettest month, with 73 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to March 13, 2022.
Wolfsburg weather by month
Wolfsburg weather in January
In January, Wolfsburg averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1987).
Wolfsburg weather in February
In February, Wolfsburg averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 20°C (2021) and the record low is -20°C (2012).
Wolfsburg weather in March
In March, Wolfsburg averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -15°C (1987).
Wolfsburg weather in April
In April, Wolfsburg averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (1996) and the record low is -7°C (2003).
Wolfsburg weather in May
In May, Wolfsburg averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is -1°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wolfsburg weather in June
In June, Wolfsburg averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wolfsburg weather in July
In July, Wolfsburg averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 6°C (2019).
Wolfsburg weather in August
In August, Wolfsburg averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (1992) and the record low is 6°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wolfsburg weather in September
In September, Wolfsburg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2016) and the record low is 1°C (2018). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wolfsburg weather in October
In October, Wolfsburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1997).
Wolfsburg weather in November
In November, Wolfsburg averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2020) and the record low is -11°C (1993).
Wolfsburg weather in December
In December, Wolfsburg averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 56 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 -18°C (1981).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Wolfsburg
September is the sunniest month in Wolfsburg, with estimated sunshine of 40% 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. Wolfsburg is cloudier than 76% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in June at 63%.
Wolfsburg has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Wolfsburg is hotter than 63% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Wolfsburg
The first fall freeze in Wolfsburg typically comes around October 28, and the last spring freeze around April 20. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 191 days.
Wolfsburg weather records
These records cover WOLFSBURG (SUDWEST) during 1970–2024. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Wolfsburg station is 39°C, on July 20, 2022. The coldest is -23°C, on January 14, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 83 mm of precipitation, on July 17, 2002.
46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1982.
The best time to visit Wolfsburg
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°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 15°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 4° | 58 mm | 16 | 84% | 20% | 16° | -23° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 42 mm | 14 | 80% | 22% | 20° | -20° |
| March | 2° | 9° | 47 mm | 14 | 70% | 37% | 25° | -15° |
| April | 4° | 15° | 39 mm | 12 | 64% | 36% | 29° | -7° |
| May | 8° | 19° | 57 mm | 13 | 64% | 36% | 34° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 22° | 53 mm | 12 | 63% | 39% | 38° | 3° |
| July | 14° | 25° | 73 mm | 15 | 66% | 35% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 24° | 69 mm | 13 | 68% | 37% | 38° | 6° |
| September | 10° | 20° | 55 mm | 12 | 73% | 40% | 33° | 1° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 52 mm | 14 | 82% | 27% | 28° | -7° |
| November | 3° | 8° | 53 mm | 16 | 85% | 20% | 21° | -11° |
| December | 1° | 5° | 56 mm | 17 | 88% | 16% | 17° | -18° |
Station: WOLFSBURG (SUDWEST), 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2024; 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.
Wolfsburg climate questions
How much rain does Wolfsburg get?
Wolfsburg gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 169 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Wolfsburg?
July is the wettest month in Wolfsburg, with 73 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm.
How many rainy days does Wolfsburg have a year?
Wolfsburg has about 169 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Wolfsburg?
July is the warmest month in Wolfsburg, with an average high of 25°C.
What is the coldest month in Wolfsburg?
January is the coldest month in Wolfsburg, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Wolfsburg?
Within the available 1970–2024 station history, the record high at the Wolfsburg station is 39°C, set on July 20, 2022. The record low is -23°C, on January 14, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Wolfsburg?
September is the sunniest month in Wolfsburg, with estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Wolfsburg?
The first fall freeze in Wolfsburg typically comes around October 28. The last spring freeze is around April 20.
What is the best time to visit Wolfsburg?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.