Climate Overview
The climate in Bützow is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 677mm of precipitation falls per year. Bützow receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bützow is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bützow vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bützow is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 677mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 72mm of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 47mm. That's 26mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 25cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.
Wind
Bützow is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Bützow, which began on March 20, 2026. Bützow is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 0°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 203mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 4 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 162mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bützow is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 68mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bützow based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.