Weather radar Bochum
Real-time precipitation radar · NRW · Germany
Bochum climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Bochum shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 4.9° | 6.4° | 9.8° | 14.2° | 18° | 21.5° | 22.8° | 22.6° | 19.1° | 14.6° | 9.3° | 5.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | 0.4° | 0.6° | 2.2° | 5° | 9° | 12.6° | 14.4° | 14.3° | 11.5° | 8.5° | 4.5° | 1.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 86 | 74 | 70 | 55 | 70 | 72 | 96 | 89 | 69 | 71 | 76 | 88 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Sunshine hours | 101 | 135 | 209 | 283 | 317 | 335 | 337 | 311 | 240 | 177 | 116 | 86 |
| Humidity | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Best time to visit Bochum
The best time to visit Bochum is typically June. In this month the average high is 21.5°C, precipitation is 72 mm and sunshine duration is 335 hours. The annual average high is 14.1°C, total annual precipitation is 916 mm (158 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2647 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bochum
How up to date is the weather radar for Bochum?
The weather radar for Bochum is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Bochum?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Bochum: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Bochum?
The thunderstorm potential for Bochum is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Bochum.
What is the climate like in Bochum?
Bochum has an annual average high of 14.1°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 22.8°C), the coldest January (avg low 0.4°C). The wettest month is July with 96 mm, the driest April with 55 mm. Total annual precipitation is 916 mm (158 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2647 hours.
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