Gießen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Gießen can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Gießen. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -1°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Gießen has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 781 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Gießen enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 76 mm of precipitation, while in April, Gießen receives about 55 mm.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
Gießen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gießen.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Gießen 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 76 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 55 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 235 hours of sunshine.
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