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Winterberg Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Winterberg lies at an altitude of 800 meters (2624 ft) and is a popular winter sports destination. It has a temperate climate and in winter months the temperatures drops a few degrees below zero and it will often snow. In summer the temperatures fluctuates between an average minimum temperature of 11°C and average maximum of 24°C. The amount of precipitation is about the same throughout the year.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Winterberg is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Winterberg has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1036 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Winterberg remain relatively steady throughout the year. July has the most rain, with 105 mm over 16 days. In April, this drops slightly to 73 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Winterberg serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.0 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kassel, Germany (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kassel, Germany (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Forecast for Winterberg

Tue   Dec 24
1°C | -1°C
W 7 m/s
0.5 mm
overcast and  chance of slight sleet

overcast and chance of slight sleet

Wed   Dec 25
5°C | 0°C
SW 6 m/s
0.8 mm
overcast and  chance of rain

overcast and chance of rain

Thu   Dec 26
6°C | 4°C
E 6 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Winterberg 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 Winterberg?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Winterberg?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Winterberg?
    July tops the wettest month list with 105 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Winterberg?
    April is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Winterberg?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 196 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.