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Cuxhaven Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Cuxhaven can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Cuxhaven can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 1°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Precipitation and rainy days

Cuxhaven is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1089 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 57 mm of rainfall spread across 15 rainy days.

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

For more details, please visit our Cuxhaven Precipitation page.

Forecast for Cuxhaven

Wed   Dec 18
12°C | 6°C
SW 10 m/s
1.5 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Thu   Dec 19
11°C | 5°C
SW 9 m/s
11 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Fri   Dec 20
7°C | 5°C
NW 9 m/s
3.1 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

The best time of year to visit Cuxhaven in Germany

During the months of 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Cuxhaven?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cuxhaven?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cuxhaven?
    August tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cuxhaven?
    April is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.