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Saalfeld Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Saalfeld can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. 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

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Saalfeld. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a chilly 3°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -3°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Saalfeld has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 866 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 99 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 57 mm of snow/rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Saalfeld, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.5 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

Data from: Erfurt, Germany (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Erfurt, Germany (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Forecast for Saalfeld

Sun   Dec 22
7°C | 1°C
SW 7 m/s
3.9 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Mon   Dec 23
5°C | 0°C
NW 6 m/s
1.8 mm
broken clouds and sleet

broken clouds and sleet

Tue   Dec 24
4°C | -2°C
NW 4 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

The best time of year to visit Saalfeld 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 Saalfeld?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Saalfeld?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Saalfeld?
    July tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Saalfeld?
    February is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Saalfeld?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 225 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.