Nuremberg, located in southern Germany, features a temperate oceanic climate with continental influences. The city experiences warm, pleasant summers and cold, often grey winters. Rainfall is moderate and distributed throughout the year, with occasional snow in winter and plenty of sunshine during the late spring and summer months, making it an inviting destination for travellers.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Nuremberg’s climate is characterised by four distinct seasons and moderate annual temperature swings. Summers (June–August) are mild to warm, with average highs of 22–25°C and lows around 12–14°C. July is the warmest month, and heatwaves above 30°C are possible but not common. Rainfall is slightly higher in summer, especially in July, which averages about 80 mm of precipitation. Sunshine is abundant in late spring and summer, with up to 8 hours per day, and daylight lasts up to 16 hours in June.
Winters (December–February) are cold, with average highs of 3–5°C and lows near -2°C. Snow is frequent but usually light, with 20–30 days of snowfall per year and occasional heavier accumulations. Winter days are short and often overcast, with only 1–2 hours of sunshine. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are transitional, featuring rapidly changing temperatures, blooming gardens or colourful foliage, and moderate rainfall. Annual precipitation is around 605–700 mm, with drier months in spring and autumn. Winds are generally light to moderate, but can feel brisk in winter. Fog and grey skies are common in late autumn and winter, while late spring and summer offer the brightest, most comfortable weather for outdoor activities.
| Average climate data for Nuremberg, Germany | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 2 | 4 | 9 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 19 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 25 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -2 | -2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 2 | -0 | -2 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 29 | 24 | 27 | 17 | 32 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 35 | 350 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 9 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 143 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 73 | 49 | 24 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 59 | 224 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 10 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 33 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 90 | 83 | 78 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 70 | 69 | 77 | 81 | 86 | 87 | 78 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 3 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 65 | 59 | 53 | 38 | 42 | 40 | 34 | 33 | 37 | 46 | 55 | 67 | 47 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
The best time to visit Nuremberg is from mid-May to mid-September, when temperatures are mild to warm (18–25°C), days are long and sunny, and the city is vibrant with festivals and outdoor events. This period is ideal for sightseeing, hiking, and enjoying the lively atmosphere in parks and beer gardens.
The least favourable time to visit Nuremberg is from November to February, when days are short, temperatures are cold (3–5°C), and rain, snow, and fog are frequent. While the city is festive during the Christmas season, outdoor activities are limited and some attractions may have reduced hours.
Nuremberg’s annual average temperature is about 9.5–10°C. January is the coldest month (highs 3–4°C, lows -2°C), while July and August are the warmest (highs 24–25°C, lows 13–14°C).
Nuremberg receives about 605–700 mm of precipitation annually. Rain falls year-round, with July being the wettest month. Snow is frequent in winter, with 20–30 days of snowfall per year, but accumulations are usually light.
Nuremberg enjoys about 1,700–1,800 hours of sunshine per year. The sunniest months are May to August (up to 8 hours/day), while December and January are the least sunny (1–2 hours/day).
Late spring to early autumn (May–September) is best for outdoor activities, with mild to warm temperatures, long days, and more sunshine. Summer is ideal for festivals, hiking, and exploring the city’s parks.
Nuremberg itself is not a major winter sports destination, but nearby hills and the Bavarian Alps offer opportunities for skiing and snowboarding from December to March.
Swimming outdoors is most comfortable in July and August, when air temperatures reach 24–25°C. Even then, the water in lakes and pools can be cool, so beach activities are limited.
Pack layers for spring and autumn, light clothing and sun protection for summer, and insulated, waterproof clothing for winter. An umbrella and windproof jacket are useful year-round.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (24.7 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (2.3 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 13.8 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (13.9 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-2.2 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 5.6 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is August (39.2 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is April (16.9 mm). Over the whole year there are 350.4 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is July (15.9 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is February (8.4 days). Over the whole year there are 143.1 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is January (73.1 mm). The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 223.6 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (9.9 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are July and August (0 days). Over the whole year there are 33 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is January (90.1 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is August (69.2 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 78.2 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is December (12.4 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is August (8.9 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 10.6 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is December (67.1 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (33.1 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 47.4 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 16 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 10.1 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is January (Average sunshine: 3 h). Over the whole year there are 6.7 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 5). The month with the lowest average UV index is December (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.3.
