Zwickau Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Zwickau is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
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
In Zwickau, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 3°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -2°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Zwickau receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 933 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 100 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 59 mm of rainfall.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 Zwickau, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.0 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 Zwickau.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 87%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Zwickau 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 24°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 100 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 59 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 196 hours of sunshine.
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