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Dorsten Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Dorsten can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. 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

Visitors to Dorsten can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in July to a chilly 7°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, Dorsten experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 912 mm yearly. The wettest period in Dorsten occurs in December, which receives around 88 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Dorsten experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 57 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 Dorsten, 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 (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bochum, Germany (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Forecast for Dorsten

Tue   Dec 24
7°C | 2°C
S 4 m/s
0.8 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Wed   Dec 25
9°C | 6°C
SW 3 m/s
0.8 mm
overcast and  chance of slight rain

overcast and chance of slight rain

Thu   Dec 26
10°C | 7°C
E 2 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Dorsten 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 Dorsten?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dorsten?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dorsten?
    December tops the wettest month list with 88 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dorsten?
    April is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dorsten?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 236 hours of sunshine.

  • 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.