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Castrop-Rauxel Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Castrop-Rauxel experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Castrop-Rauxel is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 6°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, Castrop-Rauxel receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 971 mm annually. The wettest period in Castrop-Rauxel occurs in July, which receives around 93 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Castrop-Rauxel experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 62 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Castrop-Rauxel, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.9 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bochum, Germany (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bochum, Germany (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Forecast for Castrop-Rauxel

Tue   Dec 24
6°C | 2°C
S 5 m/s
0.9 mm
overcast and slight rain

overcast and slight rain

Wed   Dec 25
9°C | 6°C
SW 4 m/s
1.4 mm
overcast and  chance of slight rain

overcast and chance of slight rain

Thu   Dec 26
10°C | 6°C
E 3 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Castrop-Rauxel 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Castrop-Rauxel?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Castrop-Rauxel?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Castrop-Rauxel?
    July tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Castrop-Rauxel?
    April is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Castrop-Rauxel?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 236 hours of sunshine.

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