Frankfurt weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 25°C
Coldest
January · -1°C
Wettest
June · 67 mm
Best season
May, June, July, August, September
When is the best time to visit Frankfurt
Frankfurt has an oceanic climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 24°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 5°C by day and -1°C at night. The hottest month is July (25°C) and the coldest is January (-1°C).
The best time to visit is May, June, July, August, September, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. January, December can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Frankfurt temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4° | -1° | 44 mm | |
| Feb | 6° | -1° | 40 mm | |
| Mar | 11° | 2° | 47 mm | |
| Apr | 16° | 5° | 42 mm | |
| May | 20° | 9° | 62 mm | |
| Jun● | 23° | 12° | 67 mm | |
| Jul | 25° | 14° | 64 mm | |
| Aug | 25° | 14° | 58 mm | |
| Sep | 20° | 10° | 50 mm | |
| Oct | 15° | 6° | 51 mm | |
| Nov | 8° | 2° | 53 mm | |
| Dec | 5° | 0° | 54 mm |
Seasons in Frankfurt
Spring
16° / 5°
cool
Rain: ~50 mm/mo
Summer
24° / 13°
warm
Rain: ~63 mm/mo
Autumn
14° / 6°
cool
Rain: ~51 mm/mo
Winter
5° / -1°
cold
Rain: ~46 mm/mo
When to visit Frankfurt
✓ Best months
May, June, July, August, September
~ Less comfortable
January, 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.