Climate Chart of Dresden, Germany

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

For Dresden, Germany, the climate data cover 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures span from 1.7 °C in January to 20.5 °C in July, giving a broad sense of the contrast between the coolest and warmest monthly averages. Rainfall and sunshine also vary across the calendar, while recorded snowfall is represented by daily mean amounts. These figures describe averages rather than the conditions a visitor is guaranteed to encounter on any particular day.

Climate overview

Temperature

The monthly mean temperature is lowest at 1.7 °C in January and highest at 20.5 °C in July. These are monthly averages, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they describe the overall monthly temperature pattern rather than the warmest part of a day. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean of the monthly mean temperatures is 10.8 °C. It summarizes the monthly averages without weighting them by the number of days in each month.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall reaches its highest monthly average of 2.20 mm/day in August, and its lowest of 1.29 mm/day in February. These daily means are not monthly rainfall totals, and a lower average does not establish that a month will be free of wet days. The unweighted mean of the monthly mean daily rainfall amounts is 1.69 mm/day. This provides a calendar-wide summary of the reported daily averages, but does not indicate how often rain falls.

Sunshine

Mean daily sunshine duration is highest at 11.79 hours/day in July and lowest at 2.91 hours/day in January. These averages can help frame expectations for outdoor daylight planning, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length. The unweighted mean across the monthly mean daily sunshine durations is 7.44 hours/day. It is a summary of the calendar-month averages, not a promise of the sunshine available on a particular visit.

Snow

Mean daily snowfall is highest at 5.44 mm/day in January. The unweighted mean across the monthly mean daily snowfall amounts is 1.15 mm/day; these figures do not show the number of snowy days, snow depth, or how long snow cover lasts.

Best Travel Time Guide for Dresden, Germany: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights

For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, January is the clearest reference point, with a monthly mean temperature of 1.7 °C. Pack for variable day-to-day conditions: a monthly mean is not a daytime high or a forecast for the dates of your trip. If lower average rainfall is your priority, February is the conditional option, with mean daily rainfall of 1.29 mm/day. Rain preparation is still sensible: the highest monthly mean daily rainfall is 2.20 mm/day in August, and neither average tells you how frequently rain will occur during a particular visit. For outdoor sightseeing planned around average sunshine, July has the highest mean daily sunshine duration at 11.79 hours/day; January has the lowest at 2.91 hours/day. Sunshine duration can inform daylight planning, but it is not a measure of day length or a guarantee of clear conditions.

Snowfall averages offer limited guidance for planning activities: the highest mean daily amount is 5.44 mm/day in January. This does not establish snowy-day frequency, snow cover, or skiing conditions, so the average alone should not determine plans that depend on snow.

Climate Data Overview for Dresden, Germany

Explore the comprehensive climate data for Dresden, Germany. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

Month	Average: Temperature °C	Rain (mm) / day	Snow (mm) / day	Sunshine (h) / day
Jan	1.7	1.40	5.44	2.91
Feb	2.7	1.29	3.25	5.19
Mar	5.1	1.31	1.84	6.82
Apr	9.4	1.32	0.53	9.14
May	13.9	1.77	0.03	10.47
Jun	18.9	2.12	0.00	11.48
Jul	20.5	1.94	0.00	11.79
Aug	20.2	2.20	0.00	10.14
Sep	15.8	1.84	0.00	8.50
Oct	11.6	1.97	0.00	5.89
Nov	6.2	1.51	0.72	3.96
Dec	3.8	1.62	2.01	2.94
Average	10.8	1.69	1.15	7.44