Best months
May, June, and August
Warmest month
July, 26°C
Wettest month
July, 77 mm
Berlin weather by month
Average daily high and low, total rainfall and days with at least 2.5 mm of rain.
| Month | High / low | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / -1°C | 50 mm · 7 days | Cold |
| February | 6°C / 0°C | 34 mm · 5 days | Cold |
| March | 10°C / 2°C | 35 mm · 5 days | Cold |
| April | 16°C / 5°C | 27 mm · 4 days | Good |
| May | 20°C / 9°C | 45 mm · 5 days | Great |
| June | 25°C / 13°C | 59 mm · 5 days | Great |
| July | 26°C / 15°C | 77 mm · 7 days | Great |
| August | 25°C / 15°C | 55 mm · 5 days | Great |
| September | 21°C / 11°C | 43 mm · 5 days | Great |
| October | 15°C / 7°C | 46 mm · 5 days | Fair |
| November | 9°C / 4°C | 44 mm · 6 days | Cold |
| December | 5°C / 1°C | 45 mm · 6 days | Cold |
Berlin by season
Spring
Berlin awakens dramatically—outdoor cafés reopen, parks fill with picnickers, and the city shakes off the gray winter. Cherry blossoms line certain streets, and everyone seems giddy with sunshine.
- + Outdoor café season begins
- + Cherry blossoms
- + Comfortable sightseeing weather (12-18°C)
- − Unpredictable weather
- − Some rain in April
Summer
Berlin's peak season, with endless outdoor events, open-air clubs, and swimming in the city's lakes. Days are long, parks fill with barbecues, and the city has an almost Mediterranean vibe.
- + Long days (light until 10pm)
- + Outdoor festivals and clubs
- + Lake swimming at Wannsee and Müggelsee
- − August closures
- − Crowds at popular spots
Autumn
Festival season—art fairs, Berlin Festival of Lights, and cultural programming ramps up. Golden leaves in Tiergarten, cozy café culture returns, and the club scene intensifies as nights grow longer.
- + Beautiful fall colors in Tiergarten
- + Festival of Lights
- + Fewer tourists
- − Days getting shorter
- − Rain increases in November
Winter
Cold and gray, but Berlin compensates with Christmas markets, warming glühwein, and the world's best club culture providing refuge from the weather. Museums are quiet, and prices drop.
- + Christmas markets
- + No queues at museums
- + Lowest prices
- − Cold and dark (-2-5°C)
- − Gray skies
Berlin month by month
Berlin in January
ColdIn January, Berlin averages highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C, with about 7 rainy days and 50 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Berlin in February
ColdIn February, Berlin averages highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C, with about 5 rainy days and 34 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Berlin in March
ColdIn March, Berlin averages highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C, with about 5 rainy days and 35 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Berlin in April
GoodIn April, Berlin averages highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C, with about 4 rainy days and 27 mm of rain. It is a good month to visit.
Berlin in May
GreatIn May, Berlin averages highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C, with about 5 rainy days and 45 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Berlin in June
GreatIn June, Berlin averages highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C, with about 5 rainy days and 59 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Berlin in July
GreatIn July, Berlin averages highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C, with about 7 rainy days and 77 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Berlin in August
GreatIn August, Berlin averages highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C, with about 5 rainy days and 55 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Berlin in September
GreatIn September, Berlin averages highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C, with about 5 rainy days and 43 mm of rain. It is one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Berlin in October
FairIn October, Berlin averages highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C, with about 5 rainy days and 46 mm of rain. Expect mixed weather, with comfortable spells.
Berlin in November
ColdIn November, Berlin averages highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C, with about 6 rainy days and 44 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
Berlin in December
ColdIn December, Berlin averages highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C, with about 6 rainy days and 45 mm of rain. It is cold, so pack warm layers.
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Best time to visit Berlin: FAQ
What is the best month to visit Berlin?+
May is the most comfortable month on average, with highs of 20°C. June and August are close behind.
What is the rainiest month in Berlin?+
July is the wettest month, with about 77 mm of rain.
How hot does Berlin get?+
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The coldest nights come in January, averaging -1°C.
Averages for 2006–2025 from the BERLIN-TEMPELHOF weather station (6 km from the centre), NOAA Global Historical Climatology Network. Verdicts rate sightseeing comfort from daytime highs and rainy days.