Chemnitz Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Chemnitz can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Chemnitz. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Chemnitz has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 960 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Chemnitz offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between July (104 mm) and April (60 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Chemnitz serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight. 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 Chemnitz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. 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 Chemnitz in Germany
During the months of June, July and August 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 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 104 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 60 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 225 hours of sunshine.
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