Climate of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Area-weighted average across North Rhine-Westphalia. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North Rhine-Westphalia, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July, with rainfall from 56 mm / 2.2 in to 87 mm / 3.4 in depending on the season (879 mm / 34.6 in total across the year). See the 7 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 | 1.7°C35.1°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Snowy |
| February | 2°C35.6°F | 60 mm2.4″ | Snowy |
| March | 5°C41°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| April | 8°C46.4°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 12.7°C54.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| June | 15.3°C59.5°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| August | 17.1°C62.8°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 13.6°C56.5°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| October | 9.6°C49.3°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| November | 5.3°C41.5°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 2.9°C37.2°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North Rhine-Westphalia?
North Rhine-Westphalia, 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 56 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of North Rhine-Westphalia?
North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 879 mm / 34.6 in, with the wettest month being December (87 mm / 3.4 in) and the driest April (56 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in North Rhine-Westphalia?
The hottest month in North Rhine-Westphalia is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
What is the coldest month in North Rhine-Westphalia?
The coldest month in North Rhine-Westphalia is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.7°C / 35.1°F.
When does it rain most in North Rhine-Westphalia?
The wettest month in North Rhine-Westphalia is December, averaging about 87 mm / 3.4 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 56 mm / 2.2 in.