Erlangen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 25°C (77°F) and January dropping to 4°C (39°F).
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 866 mm (34 in), with July being the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Erlangen
Visitors to Erlangen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C (39°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in July to -2°C (28°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Erlangen
Generally, Erlangen experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 866 mm (34 in) yearly. Despite minor fluctuations, Erlangen enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 84 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation, while in April, Erlangen receives about 56 mm (2.2 in). For more details, please visit our Erlangen Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Erlangen
Erlangen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Erlangen by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Erlangen.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 84%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Erlangen 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Erlangen
During May, June, July, August and September, Erlangen experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 20°C (67°F) and 25°C (77°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 69 mm (2.7 in) and 84 mm (3.3 in). Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.