Karlsruhe Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Karlsruhe experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Karlsruhe is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in July to a chilly 6°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 0°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Karlsruhe receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 833 mm annually. The wettest period in Karlsruhe occurs in December, which receives around 86 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Karlsruhe experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 55 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 Karlsruhe, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.7 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Karlsruhe.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s and 2 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in October and November and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Karlsruhe in Germany
During the months of May, June 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 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 86 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 55 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 261 hours of sunshine.
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