Climate of Hesse, Germany
Area-weighted average across Hesse. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hesse, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July, with rainfall from 53 mm / 2.1 in to 78 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (788 mm / 31 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.2°C32.4°F | 66 mm2.6″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.8°C33.4°F | 54 mm2.1″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.4°C39.9°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 12.5°C54.5°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| June | 15.4°C59.7°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 17.1°C62.8°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 13.3°C55.9°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 8.7°C47.7°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 4°C39.2°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| December | 1.5°C34.7°F | 78 mm3.1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hesse?
Hesse, Germany does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.3°C / 63.1°F, and the driest is April at 53 mm / 2.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hesse?
Hesse, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 788 mm / 31 in, with the wettest month being December (78 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest April (53 mm / 2.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hesse?
The hottest month in Hesse is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Hesse?
The coldest month in Hesse is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.2°C / 32.4°F.
When does it rain most in Hesse?
The wettest month in Hesse is December, averaging about 78 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 53 mm / 2.1 in.