Ilmenau Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Ilmenau experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Ilmenau is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -3°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Ilmenau receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 913 mm annually. Year-round, Ilmenau has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 99 mm, and the driest month, February, with 62 mm, is minimal.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ilmenau. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce 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
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The best time of year to visit Ilmenau in Germany
During the months of June, July and August 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 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 225 hours of sunshine.
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