2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Dresden in February

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

February is a wet time to visit Dresden. Dresden has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 9°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.

Avg High

9°C

Avg Low

3°C

Rainy days

18days

Daylight

10h

Is February a good time to visit Dresden?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:19 AM

Sunset

5:21 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 7°C 0°C 7 Good
February 9°C 3°C 18 Wet
March 10°C 1°C 11 Good
April 17°C 5°C 2 Good
May 17°C 8°C 11 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 14°C 12 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 15°C 10 Good
August 27°C 17°C 11 Good
September 22°C 11°C 6 Excellent (best)
October 15°C 8°C 15 Excellent (best)
November 10°C 4°C 6 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 February

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 February a good time to visit Dresden? +

February is typically Wet for visiting Dresden, with average highs of 9°C and around 18 rainy days.

What should I pack for Dresden in February? +

With highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Dresden in February? +

Dresden typically sees around 18 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Dresden in February? +

In February, Dresden gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Dresden? +

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

What is the best month to visit Dresden? +

The best months to visit Dresden are May, June, September, October, 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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