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Freiburg im Breisgau Climate by Month

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 day and 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 averages reaching -2°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Freiburg im Breisgau?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Freiburg im Breisgau?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Freiburg im Breisgau?
    December tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Freiburg im Breisgau?
    April is the driest month with 93 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Freiburg im Breisgau?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Freiburg im Breisgau

    Thu   Nov 21
    4°C | -1°C
    SW 14 km/h
    33 mm
    broken clouds and sleet

    broken clouds and sleet

    Fri   Nov 22
    3°C | -3°C
    SW 22 km/h
    5.8 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of snow

    broken clouds and chance of snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    6°C | 1°C
    S 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain