Best Time to Visit Dortmund
The best months to visit Dortmund are Jun, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jun, Aug, Sep
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Dortmund. Expect highs of 23°C to 24°C to 21°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
24°C high
Coldest Month
January
1°C low
Driest Month
June
14 rain days
Wettest Month
July
20 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 6°C / Low: 1°C
20 rain days
February
High: 8°C / Low: 3°C
16 rain days
March
High: 12°C / Low: 4°C
16 rain days
April
High: 14°C / Low: 6°C
19 rain days
May
High: 19°C / Low: 9°C
16 rain days
June
High: 23°C / Low: 13°C
14 rain days
July
High: 23°C / Low: 15°C
20 rain days
August
High: 24°C / Low: 15°C
15 rain days
September
High: 21°C / Low: 13°C
15 rain days
October
High: 15°C / Low: 10°C
18 rain days
November
High: 10°C / Low: 5°C
20 rain days
December
High: 7°C / Low: 3°C
16 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Dortmund
Peak Season
June, August, September
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
May, July, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 6°C | 1°C | 20 | Off Season |
February | 8°C | 3°C | 16 | Off Season |
March | 12°C | 4°C | 16 | Off Season |
April | 14°C | 6°C | 19 | Off Season |
May | 19°C | 9°C | 16 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 23°C | 13°C | 14 | Peak Season |
July | 23°C | 15°C | 20 | Shoulder Season |
August★ | 24°C | 15°C | 15 | Peak Season |
September★ | 21°C | 13°C | 15 | Peak Season |
October | 15°C | 10°C | 18 | Shoulder Season |
November | 10°C | 5°C | 20 | Off Season |
December | 7°C | 3°C | 16 | Off Season |
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