Climate of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Area-weighted average across Schleswig-Holstein. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Schleswig-Holstein, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.9°C / 33.6°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July, with rainfall from 45 mm / 1.8 in to 79 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (798 mm / 31.4 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 | 0.9°C33.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.1°C34°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.7°C38.7°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| April | 6.9°C44.4°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 11.6°C52.9°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| June | 14.7°C58.5°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| July | 16.6°C61.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| August | 16.6°C61.9°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 13.2°C55.8°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| October | 9.2°C48.6°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| November | 5°C41°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 2.3°C36.1°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Schleswig-Holstein?
Schleswig-Holstein, Germany does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.6°C / 61.9°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 Schleswig-Holstein?
Schleswig-Holstein, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.9°C / 33.6°F in January to 16.6°C / 61.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 798 mm / 31.4 in, with the wettest month being November (79 mm / 3.1 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 Schleswig-Holstein?
The hottest month in Schleswig-Holstein is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.6°C / 61.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Schleswig-Holstein?
The coldest month in Schleswig-Holstein is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.9°C / 33.6°F.
When does it rain most in Schleswig-Holstein?
The wettest month in Schleswig-Holstein is November, averaging about 79 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 45 mm / 1.8 in.