Temperature in North Rhine-Westphalia in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany this August.

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, a region in Germany, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Schmallenberg to 25°C (77°F) in Pulheim. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Pulheim and 12°C (54°F) in Schmallenberg. In August, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of North Rhine-Westphalia on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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North Rhine-Westphalia temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany in August?

Cologne averages a daytime high of 25°C (77°F) in August, which is high for North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

How cold does it get at night in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany in August?

Nighttime temperatures in Cologne typically drop to around 14°C (57°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Pulheim clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 25°C (77°F), and evenings that remain near 14°C (57°F).

What is the coldest city in August in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

For the month of August, Schmallenberg is the most temperate city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany based on our records. Highs average 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 12°C (54°F).

How much sun does North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany get in August?

Across North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, sunshine in August ranges from moderately sunny in Essen (179 hours) to sunny in Cologne (198 hours).

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