Frankfurt/Main Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Frankfurt/Main, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a chilly 5°C (41°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Frankfurt/Main receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 746 mm (29 in). The wettest period in Frankfurt/Main occurs in December, which receives around 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Frankfurt/Main experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 52 mm (2 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Frankfurt/Main Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Frankfurt/Main, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Frankfurt/Main.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year