Lüdenscheid Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Lüdenscheid’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Germany.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to cold in Lüdenscheid. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 23°C in July to a cold 5°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -1°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Lüdenscheid by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. July, the city’s warmest month receives 223 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 115 mm of snow/rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. For more information, please visit our Lüdenscheid Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Germany Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Germany. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Lüdenscheid Temperatures Compared World Wide
Lüdenscheid’s average annual maximum temperature is 14°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Lüdenscheid’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Lüdenscheid climate page.
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