Climate of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Area-weighted average across Saxony-Anhalt. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Saxony-Anhalt, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.3°C / 32.5°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July, with rainfall from 34 mm / 1.3 in to 64 mm / 2.5 in depending on the season (569 mm / 22.4 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 | 0.3°C32.5°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| February | 1°C33.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.2°C39.6°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 8.1°C46.6°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 13°C55.4°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 15.8°C60.4°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 17.9°C64.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| August | 17.8°C64°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| September | 13.9°C57°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| October | 9.3°C48.7°F | 39 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 4.5°C40.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| December | 1.5°C34.7°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Saxony-Anhalt?
Saxony-Anhalt, Germany does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.9°C / 64.2°F, and the driest is February at 34 mm / 1.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Saxony-Anhalt?
Saxony-Anhalt, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.3°C / 32.5°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 569 mm / 22.4 in, with the wettest month being July (64 mm / 2.5 in) and the driest February (34 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Saxony-Anhalt?
The hottest month in Saxony-Anhalt is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.9°C / 64.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Saxony-Anhalt?
The coldest month in Saxony-Anhalt is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.3°C / 32.5°F.
When does it rain most in Saxony-Anhalt?
The wettest month in Saxony-Anhalt is July, averaging about 64 mm / 2.5 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 34 mm / 1.3 in.