Weather radar Dessau
Real-time precipitation radar · Sachsen-Anhalt · Germany
Dessau climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Dessau 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) | 5° | 7.3° | 11.1° | 13.8° | 19.3° | 24.8° | 25.1° | 25.2° | 21.6° | 15.7° | 8.6° | 5.5° |
| Avg low (°C) | 1° | 1.1° | 2° | 4.9° | 9.2° | 13.7° | 14.9° | 14.5° | 11.9° | 8.5° | 3.7° | 1.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 56 | 52 | 37 | 39 | 56 | 51 | 72 | 72 | 48 | 57 | 53 | 59 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 13 |
| Sunshine hours | 91 | 137 | 241 | 281 | 356 | 371 | 354 | 321 | 267 | 186 | 117 | 80 |
| Humidity | 83% | 80% | 72% | 69% | 66% | 64% | 65% | 68% | 73% | 81% | 84% | 86% |
Best time to visit Dessau
The best time to visit Dessau is typically June. In this month the average high is 24.8°C, precipitation is 51 mm and sunshine duration is 371 hours. The annual average high is 15.2°C, total annual precipitation is 652 mm (135 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2802 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dessau
How up to date is the weather radar for Dessau?
The weather radar for Dessau 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 Dessau?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Dessau: 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 Dessau?
The thunderstorm potential for Dessau 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 Dessau.
What is the climate like in Dessau?
Dessau has an annual average high of 15.2°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 25.2°C), the coldest January (avg low 1°C). The wettest month is July with 72 mm, the driest March with 37 mm. Total annual precipitation is 652 mm (135 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2802 hours.