Freiburg im Breisgau Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Freiburg is called a maritime climate. In summer months it can be very pleasant since the warm air lingers in the surrounding hills. However, this can also cause short but heavy thunderstorms. The winters in Freiburg are mild and have only a few days with snow and temperatures below freezing.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Freiburg im Breisgau. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in July to a chilly 5°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -2°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Freiburg im Breisgau has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1285 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The wettest period in Freiburg im Breisgau occurs in December, which receives around 129 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Freiburg im Breisgau experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 93 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
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Freiburg im Breisgau, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.0 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Freiburg im Breisgau 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 5°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 93 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.
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