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Saxony Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saxony, Germany in July.

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Dresden Leipzig Bad Schandau Kurort Oberwiesenthal

Are you planning a trip a to Saxony, Germany in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Saxony in July

Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. July in Saxony generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During July, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Bärenstein at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Torgau at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Torgau and 12°C (54°F) in Bärenstein. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Saxony, Germany.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saxony, Germany, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Delitzsch with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Sehma with 119 mm (4.7 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Dresden.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Dresden typically receives 225 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Saxony in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Saxony.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Saxony

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Saxony, Germany?

Temperature range in Saxony (July)

Precipitation variation in Saxony (July)

Dresden

In July Dresden generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
225 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dresden →

Leipzig

In July Leipzig generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
231 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Leipzig →

Bad Schandau

In July Bad Schandau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
225 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bad Schandau →

Kurort Oberwiesenthal

In July Kurort Oberwiesenthal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
196 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kurort Oberwiesenthal →

Görlitz

In July Görlitz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Görlitz →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Saxony, in Germany.

In our records: Germany July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Germany in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Germany reached 41°C (106°F) in Cologne on July 25, 2019.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saxony in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dresden 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Leipzig 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Bad Schandau 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Kurort Oberwiesenthal 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Görlitz 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Meißen 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Saxony weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saxony, Germany in July?

Saxony, Germany typically experiences perfect weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Dresden average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Saxony, Germany in July?

Average temperatures in Saxony, Germany during July range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Dresden.

Does Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saxony, Germany during July, with Dresden averaging close to 91 mm (3.6 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Saxony, Germany?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Saxony, Germany with overall perfect weather in Dresden. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Dresden. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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