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Rostock Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Rostock 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 Rostock. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°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, Rostock has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 759 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Rostock experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 81 mm in August, the wettest month, and 48 mm in April, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Rostock can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 8.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Rostock

Sun   Dec 22
8°C | 4°C
SW 5 m/s
1.4 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Mon   Dec 23
4°C | 2°C
S 5 m/s
4.8 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Tue   Dec 24
5°C | 1°C
NW 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

The best time of year to visit Rostock 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Rostock?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Rostock?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Rostock?
    August tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Rostock?
    April is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Rostock?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 260 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.