Berlin weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 24°C
Coldest
January · -2°C
Wettest
June · 69 mm
Best season
May, June, July, August, September
When is the best time to visit Berlin
Berlin has an oceanic / humid continental (transitional) climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 23°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 4°C by day and -2°C at night. The hottest month is July (24°C) and the coldest is January (-2°C).
The best time to visit is May, June, July, August, September, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. January, February, December can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Berlin temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3° | -2° | 42 mm | |
| Feb | 4° | -2° | 33 mm | |
| Mar | 9° | 1° | 40 mm | |
| Apr | 14° | 4° | 33 mm | |
| May | 19° | 9° | 54 mm | |
| Jun● | 22° | 12° | 69 mm | |
| Jul | 24° | 14° | 56 mm | |
| Aug | 24° | 14° | 58 mm | |
| Sep | 19° | 10° | 45 mm | |
| Oct | 13° | 6° | 37 mm | |
| Nov | 7° | 2° | 44 mm | |
| Dec | 4° | -1° | 48 mm |
Seasons in Berlin
Spring
14° / 5°
cool
Rain: ~42 mm/mo
Summer
23° / 13°
mild
Rain: ~61 mm/mo
Autumn
13° / 6°
cool
Rain: ~42 mm/mo
Winter
4° / -2°
cold
Rain: ~41 mm/mo
When to visit Berlin
✓ Best months
May, June, July, August, September
~ Less comfortable
January, February, December
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves — winter temperatures drop below freezing.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.