Weather radar Karlsruhe
Real-time precipitation radar · BW · Germany
Karlsruhe climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Karlsruhe 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) | 5.2° | 7.1° | 11.1° | 15.7° | 19.5° | 23.7° | 25.3° | 25.1° | 20.9° | 16° | 9.9° | 6.2° |
| Avg low (°C) | -0.1° | 0.4° | 2.5° | 5.8° | 10.2° | 14.3° | 16° | 15.9° | 12.2° | 8.6° | 4.2° | 1.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 76 | 64 | 70 | 53 | 80 | 62 | 73 | 65 | 57 | 69 | 71 | 83 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 15 |
| Sunshine hours | 126 | 158 | 238 | 298 | 327 | 361 | 370 | 333 | 267 | 202 | 135 | 111 |
| Humidity | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Best time to visit Karlsruhe
The best time to visit Karlsruhe is typically June. In this month the average high is 23.7°C, precipitation is 62 mm and sunshine duration is 361 hours. The annual average high is 15.5°C, total annual precipitation is 823 mm (144 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2926 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Karlsruhe
How up to date is the weather radar for Karlsruhe?
The weather radar for Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Karlsruhe: 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 Karlsruhe?
The thunderstorm potential for Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe.
What is the climate like in Karlsruhe?
Karlsruhe has an annual average high of 15.5°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 25.3°C), the coldest January (avg low -0.1°C). The wettest month is December with 83 mm, the driest April with 53 mm. Total annual precipitation is 823 mm (144 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2926 hours.
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