Weather radar Göttingen
Real-time precipitation radar · Niedersachsen · Germany
Göttingen climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Göttingen 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) | 4.8° | 7.1° | 10.9° | 13.2° | 18.4° | 23.6° | 23.9° | 24.3° | 20.6° | 15.1° | 8.5° | 5.6° |
| Avg low (°C) | 1.1° | 1.5° | 2.2° | 4.6° | 8.7° | 12.9° | 14.2° | 13.9° | 11.4° | 8.5° | 4° | 1.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 83 | 74 | 51 | 57 | 59 | 63 | 78 | 72 | 61 | 67 | 66 | 77 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| Sunshine hours | 78 | 123 | 226 | 263 | 331 | 360 | 324 | 314 | 247 | 155 | 101 | 66 |
| Humidity | 85% | 82% | 73% | 71% | 71% | 68% | 70% | 72% | 77% | 83% | 86% | 87% |
Best time to visit Göttingen
The best time to visit Göttingen is typically June. In this month the average high is 23.6°C, precipitation is 63 mm and sunshine duration is 360 hours. The annual average high is 14.7°C, total annual precipitation is 808 mm (154 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2588 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Göttingen
How up to date is the weather radar for Göttingen?
The weather radar for Göttingen 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 Göttingen?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Göttingen: 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 Göttingen?
The thunderstorm potential for Göttingen 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 Göttingen.
What is the climate like in Göttingen?
Göttingen has an annual average high of 14.7°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 24.3°C), the coldest January (avg low 1.1°C). The wettest month is January with 83 mm, the driest March with 51 mm. Total annual precipitation is 808 mm (154 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2588 hours.
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