Berlin
Germany · Europe
The best time to visit Berlin is June, July, and August. In summer, daytime highs average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 33°C (91°F); in winter, nights average -1°C (30°F), dropping to around -10°C (14°F) on the coldest. During the best travel months, the sun shines up to 9 hours per day — ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Berlin – What you should know
Berlin has a continental climate with warm summers (22–28°C (72–82°F)) and cold winters (-2 to 4°C (28 to 39°F)). Summer from June to August is by far the best travel time: open-air culture, beer gardens on the Spree and temperatures that make sightseeing on foot or by bike a joy. Berlin shows a completely different, vibrant side in summer compared to the grey winter.
Autumn (September/October) is the insider tip: temperatures of 15–20°C (59–68°F), golden light over the parks, and the city back in everyday mode after the summer holidays — more lively and less touristy. December brings the famous Christmas markets, and sometimes snow falls on the grand boulevards of Unter den Linden.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)6– (43–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)11– (52–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)15– (59–)31 (88) | 26° (79°)17– (63–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)33 (91) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)29 (84) | 15° (59°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)16 (61) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)7 (45) | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-5– (23–)7 (45) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)17 (63) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)10 (50) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)8 (46) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌧Rain Days | 8d48mm (1.9") | 6d34mm (1.3") | 6d34mm (1.4") | 5d28mm (1.1") | 5d45mm (1.8") | 6d61mm (2.4") | 8d84mm (3.3") | 7d54mm (2.1") | 6d44mm (1.7") | 7d48mm (1.9") | 6d46mm (1.8") | 8d50mm (2.0") |
Best travel timeØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel Tips
May offers great weather in Berlin with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
Events & Festivals
February
- Berlinale· varies (February, 10 days)
The Berlin International Film Festival is one of the three most important film festivals in the world. The Golden Bear is the main prize, and many screenings are open to the public.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Berlin?
- The best time to visit Berlin is June, July, and August. These months offer the most favourable combination of sunshine, temperatures, and low rainfall.
- How warm does it get in Berlin?
- In summer, daytime highs in Berlin average 26°C (79°F), with peaks around 33°C (91°F); in winter, nights average -1°C (30°F), dropping to around -10°C (14°F) on the coldest.
- How much rain does Berlin get?
- Berlin has a relatively even rainfall pattern with an average of 7 rain days per month. The driest months are February, March, and April.
Best Travel Time by Vacation Type
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City Trip
Pleasantly mild, not too hot
JunJulAug
