Climate in Luxembourg

Luxembourg has a relatively uniform climate throughout the country. Annual temperatures range from lows of 3°C in the coldest regions to highs of 16°C in the warmest areas. Precipitation is relatively consistent across the country, ranging between 260mm and 339mm annually. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 15cm annually, while other areas see little to none. Conditions across Luxembourg are broadly temperate, with only modest differences between regions.

Temperature patterns across Luxembourg vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The North is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 16°C and an annual average of 12°C. Cooler conditions are found in the South, where winter lows drop to 3°C and an annual average of 9°C. Despite some regional variation, the 3°C difference in annual averages means conditions are broadly similar across Luxembourg. Regional temperature differences remain relatively consistent across seasons, with around 6°C of variation in both summer and winter. For example, Wiltz in the Wiltz averages 12°C annually, while Rodange in the Canton d'Esch-sur-Alzette averages 9°C.

Precipitation across Luxembourg is moderately consistent, with regional totals ranging between 260mm and 339mm annually. The Southeast receives the most rainfall, at approximately 339mm annually. The North is the driest, with around 260mm per year. Rainfall across the country is strongly seasonal, with summer months bringing significantly more precipitation than winter. The Southeast sees the most snowfall, with up to 15cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Rainfall is similar across regions, so travellers can expect comparable conditions regardless of which part of Luxembourg they visit.