Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Wuppertal climate at a glance

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.

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.

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. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Wuppertal is cloudier than 69% 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

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 on record brought 91 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January110 mm1888%20%16°-17°
February92 mm1681%24%21°-17°
March86 mm1670%37%26°-13°
April63 mm1366%38%29°-7°
May73 mm1468%36%33°-1°
June86 mm1466%40%38°
July97 mm1670%34%40°
August106 mm1571%38%38°
September87 mm1476%38%33°
October95 mm1684%24%27°-4°
November101 mm1887%25%21°-9°
December122 mm1989%16%18°-16°

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?

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 sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station WUPPERTAL-BUCHENHOFEN (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station WUPPERTAL-BUCHENHOFEN.