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Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
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Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia?
Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia gets 1119 mm of precipitation a year over about 191 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Oceanic climate
Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 24°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 14° |
How much rain does Wuppertal get?
Wuppertal gets 1119 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 191 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 95% of Germany.
December is the wettest month, with 122 mm. April is the driest, with 63 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 19.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 21 days, to June 5, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Wuppertal got 749 mm of rain, against a normal of 1119 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 107 mm.
Wuppertal weather by month
Wuppertal weather in January
In January, Wuppertal averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (1999) and the record low is -17°C (1979).
Wuppertal weather in February
In February, Wuppertal averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2019) and the record low is -17°C (1986).
Wuppertal weather in March
In March, Wuppertal averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (1971).
Wuppertal weather in April
In April, Wuppertal averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1986).
Wuppertal weather in May
In May, Wuppertal averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is -1°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wuppertal weather in June
In June, Wuppertal averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wuppertal weather in July
In July, Wuppertal averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wuppertal weather in August
In August, Wuppertal averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wuppertal weather in September
In September, Wuppertal averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is 1°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Wuppertal weather in October
In October, Wuppertal averages a high of 15°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (1997).
Wuppertal weather in November
In November, Wuppertal averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -9°C (1971).
Wuppertal weather in December
In December, Wuppertal averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2022) and the record low is -16°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Wuppertal
June is the sunniest month in Wuppertal, with estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 31% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Wuppertal is cloudier than 68% of Germany.
Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 66%.
Wuppertal has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Wuppertal is hotter than 51% of Germany.
First and last freeze in Wuppertal
The first fall freeze in Wuppertal typically comes around November 5, and the last spring freeze around April 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 200 days.
Wuppertal weather records
These records cover WUPPERTAL-BUCHENHOFEN during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Wuppertal station is 40°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -17°C, on January 7, 2009.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 91 mm of precipitation, on July 14, 2021.
52 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 Wuppertal
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 1°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 23°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 6° | 110 mm | 18 | 88% | 20% | 16° | -17° |
| February | 1° | 7° | 92 mm | 16 | 81% | 24% | 21° | -17° |
| March | 2° | 11° | 86 mm | 16 | 70% | 37% | 26° | -13° |
| April | 4° | 15° | 63 mm | 13 | 66% | 38% | 29° | -7° |
| May | 8° | 19° | 73 mm | 14 | 68% | 36% | 33° | -1° |
| June | 12° | 22° | 86 mm | 14 | 66% | 40% | 38° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 24° | 97 mm | 16 | 70% | 34% | 40° | 3° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 106 mm | 15 | 71% | 38% | 38° | 4° |
| September | 10° | 19° | 87 mm | 14 | 76% | 38% | 33° | 1° |
| October | 7° | 15° | 95 mm | 16 | 84% | 24% | 27° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 9° | 101 mm | 18 | 87% | 25% | 21° | -9° |
| December | 2° | 6° | 122 mm | 19 | 89% | 16% | 18° | -16° |
Station: WUPPERTAL-BUCHENHOFEN, 5 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Wuppertal climate questions
How much rain does Wuppertal get?
Wuppertal gets 1119 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 191 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Wuppertal?
December is the wettest month in Wuppertal, with 122 mm. April is the driest, with 63 mm.
How many rainy days does Wuppertal have a year?
Wuppertal has about 191 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 19.
What is the hottest month in Wuppertal?
July is the warmest month in Wuppertal, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Wuppertal?
January is the coldest month in Wuppertal, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Wuppertal?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Wuppertal station is 40°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -17°C, on January 7, 2009.
What is the sunniest month in Wuppertal?
June is the sunniest month in Wuppertal, with estimated sunshine of 40% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Wuppertal?
The first fall freeze in Wuppertal typically comes around November 5. The last spring freeze is around April 19.
What is the best time to visit Wuppertal?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.