Altenburg Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Altenburg experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Altenburg is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in July to a chilly 5°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -1°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Altenburg receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 760 mm annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 82 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 48 mm of rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
In Altenburg, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Altenburg.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Altenburg in Germany
During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 82 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 231 hours of sunshine.
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