Climate of Lower Saxony, Germany
Area-weighted average across Lower Saxony. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Lower Saxony, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.1°C / 34°F in January to 17.1°C / 62.8°F in July, with rainfall from 45 mm / 1.8 in to 74 mm / 2.9 in depending on the season (745 mm / 29.3 in total across the year). See the city 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 | 1.1°C34°F | 64 mm2.5″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.5°C34.7°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.5°C40.1°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 12.5°C54.5°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 15.2°C59.4°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 17.1°C62.8°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 17°C62.6°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| September | 13.5°C56.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 9.3°C48.7°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| November | 5°C41°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 2.5°C36.5°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lower Saxony?
Lower Saxony, Germany does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.1°C / 62.8°F, and the driest is February at 45 mm / 1.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Lower Saxony?
Lower Saxony, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.1°C / 34°F in January to 17.1°C / 62.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 745 mm / 29.3 in, with the wettest month being June (74 mm / 2.9 in) and the driest February (45 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Lower Saxony?
The hottest month in Lower Saxony is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.1°C / 62.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Lower Saxony?
The coldest month in Lower Saxony is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.1°C / 34°F.
When does it rain most in Lower Saxony?
The wettest month in Lower Saxony is June, averaging about 74 mm / 2.9 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 45 mm / 1.8 in.