Your Trip to Berlin: The Complete Guide SEE FULL GUIDE prev next Berlin's Airports Hotels in Berlin Neighborhoods to Know Public Transportation Top Things to Do Free Things to Do Things to Do With Kids Lakes & Beaches in Berlin Berlin's Tiergarten Park Top Museums in Berlin Day Trips From Berlin Food to Try in Berlin Berlin's Best Restaurants The Best Bars in Berlin Breweries in Berlin Weather & Climate Your Trip to Berlin: The Complete Guide close Overview Europe Germany Berlin Weather in Berlin: Climate, Seasons, and Average Monthly Temperature By Erin Porter Erin Porter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Erin Porter is a freelance writer who has been covering Germany since she moved to Berlin in 2007. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 12/14/20 Fact checked by Jillian Dara Fact checked by Jillian Dara Instagram Emerson College Jillian Dara is a freelance journalist and fact-checker. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Michelin Guides, Hemispheres, DuJour, and Forbes. TripSavvy's fact-checking Share Pin Email Peter Ptschelinzew/Getty Images Berlin's weather features four distinct seasons where it is hot in summer, cold in winter, and somewhere in between in spring and fall. And it rains consistently year-round. That said, there really isn't a bad time to visit Berlin. You just need to be prepared with both an umbrella (Regenschirm) and a bathing suit (Badeanzug). Here is an overview of the weather in Berlin for all the seasons with information on average temperatures, what to wear, and what to do every season. Fast Climate Facts: Hottest Month: August (66 F / 19 C) Coldest Month: January (33 F / 0.5 C) Wettest Month: June (2.4 in / 6 cm) Spring in Berlin Berlin's winter can lag into spring, but as soon as the city begins to thaw, Germans gather under heaters at outdoor cafés and biergartens. Festival season starts once it is officially warm. Spring in Berlin can start on the chilly side but by May it has warmed up a bit. What to pack: Bring layers for colder days and nights. Always pack some wet weather gear. Average Temperatures by Month: March: 40 F / 4 CApril: 49 F / 9 CMay: 57 F / 14 C Summer in Berlin Summer is a golden time in Berlin. It is comfortably warm, with a few very hot days, but rain is never off the agenda. Humidity can turn into an all-out downpour and thunderstorms are a frequent occurrence early in the season. Berlin in the summer isn't unbearably hot so you can probably leave the shorts at home. What to pack: Be sure to have rain gear ready and pack lightweight clothes. Average Temperatures by Month: June: 62 F / 17 CJuly: 66 F / 19 CAugust: 65 F / 18 C Fall in Berlin In Fall, the weather is still pleasant with golden days and colorful fall foliage. Germans call these last warm days altweibersommer (Indian summer) and revel in the last rays of light before the winter. But before long the weather starts to turns cold and rainy and the days get noticeably shorter. What to pack: Start layering back up for fall in Berlin with a scarf, hat, and mittens as the season goes on. While there are some days that tease at summer, those will steadily decrease and you need to be prepared for chilly temperatures. Average Temperatures by Month: September: 58 F / 14 COctober: 49F / 9 CNovember: 40 F / 4 C Winter in Berlin Temperatures in Berlin for winter can drop below freezing so be ready to brave the cold. Warming you from these temperatures are the charming Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmarkt) and belly-warming drinks and treats. What to wear: On top of your fall gear of scarves and mittens, you should now top it with snow-proof jackets and slip-proof boots. Many people add even another layer for the chilliest days of long johns or tights beneath pants. Average Temperatures by Month: December: 35 F / 2 CJanuary: 33 F / 1 CFebruary: 35 F / 2 C Average Monthly Temperature, Rainfall, and Daylight Hours Month Avg. Temp. Rainfall Daylight Hours January 33 F 1.7 in 8 hours February 35 F 1.3 in 9 hours March 40 F 1.4 in 11 hours April 49 F 1.1 in 13 hours May 57 F 2 in 15 hours June 62 F 2.6 in 16.5 hours July 66 F 3.3 in 17 hours August 65 F 2.6 in 15.5 hours September 58 F 1.7 in 13 hours October 49 F 1.5 in 11.5 hours November 40 F 1.5 in 9.5 hours December 35 F 1.7 in 8 hours Berlin's Airports Article Sources TripSavvy uses only high-quality, trusted sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial policy to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy. Time and Date. "Climate & Weather Averages in Berlin, Germany." December 2020. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies