Cologne Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Cologne has a mild continental climate. However the climate is influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea. During winter this region is one of the warmest in Germany. The best time to go to Cologne is in summer (June till August).
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Cologne. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in July to a chilly 6°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 1°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Cologne has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 955 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Cologne offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between December (99 mm) and April (58 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
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Cologne serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.5 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Cologne 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 6°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 58 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 209 hours of sunshine.
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