Climate Insights for Mannheim
Innenstadt/Jungbusch, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Climate Overview
The climate in Mannheim is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 759 mm of precipitation falls per year. Mannheim receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mannheim 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, December, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Mannheim is temperate. The average annual temperature is 53°F and approximately 29.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Mannheim receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mannheim 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, December, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Mannheim vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Mannheim vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 37°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Mannheim is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 759 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 75 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 49 mm. That's 27 mm less than May, 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 20cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.Mannheim is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.9 in. That's 1.1 in less than May, 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 8in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 3in.
Wind
Mannheim is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap 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 12km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Mannheim is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap 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 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mannheim is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 60 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Mannheim is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 33°F. 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 Mannheim 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mannheim based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.