2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Berlin in December

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

December is a good time to visit Berlin. Berlin has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 1°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

1°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

7.7h

Is December a good time to visit Berlin?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:11 AM

Sunset

3:53 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 7°C 1°C 9 Good
February 9°C 3°C 20 Wet
March 9°C 1°C 12 Good
April 16°C 4°C 2 Good
May 17°C 7°C 8 Excellent (best)
June 24°C 14°C 9 Excellent (best)
July 23°C 14°C 12 Excellent (best)
August 27°C 17°C 7 Excellent (best)
September 21°C 11°C 8 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 10 Good
November 10°C 5°C 4 Good
December 6°C 1°C 5 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Berlin? +

December is typically Good for visiting Berlin, with average highs of 6°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for Berlin in December? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Berlin in December? +

Berlin typically sees around 5 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Berlin in December? +

In December, Berlin gets approximately 7.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Berlin? +

No, December is not peak season in Berlin. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Berlin? +

The best months to visit Berlin are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Berlin)

Last Updated: January 2026

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