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Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia Temperature & Weather History

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Climate data since 1981
📍 51.4347°N, 6.7625°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 19.5°C
Min 8.8°C
Max 30.2°C
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 1.2°C
Min -8.1°C
Max 10.4°C
Wettest Month
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December
90 mm
Driest Month
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April
54 mm
Most Humid
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December
94%
Least Humid
🌬️
July
76%
Highest Ever
🌡️
38.8°C
July 2019
Lowest Ever
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-21.2°C
January 1985

Duisburg Climate Overview

Duisburg has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January10.4°C-8.1°C1.2°C93%873.80.76
February🌨️11.8°C-7.4°C2.2°C90%643.61.46
March🌨️16.8°C-4.0°C6.4°C85%703.32.55
April🌨️21.4°C-2.0°C9.7°C80%542.84.00
May🌤️25.2°C2.1°C13.7°C78%682.74.98
June☀️28.6°C6.2°C17.4°C77%772.65.29
July☀️30.2°C8.8°C19.5°C76%792.55.08
August☀️30.0°C8.5°C19.3°C76%722.44.35
September☀️25.8°C5.5°C15.7°C80%722.63.11
October🌤️21.0°C0.6°C10.8°C86%763.01.85
November🌨️15.1°C-3.2°C6.0°C92%783.10.92
December11.2°C-6.7°C2.2°C94%903.40.56

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Duisburg Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Duisburg

January is Duisburg's coldest month, with average lows reaching -8.1°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · -7.4°C11.1°C

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Duisburg

Summer temperatures in Duisburg peak in July, climbing to 30.2°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 7.8°C29.6°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Duisburg

Duisburg sees its highest rainfall in December, receiving approximately 90 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to January (avg) · up to 90 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Duisburg Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Duisburg, with average highs reaching 30.2°C, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to -8.1°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Duisburg

Duisburg receives its highest rainfall in December, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: December 90 mm☀️ Driest: April 54 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 94% in December · annual avg 84%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:10.3°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:886 mm
Avg Humidity:84%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Duisburg's recorded history was 2020 (avg: 12.0°C), while the coldest was 1987 (avg: 8.3°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Duisburg's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Duisburg's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 38.8°C in July 2019, while the lowest dropped to -21.2°C in January 1985.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Duisburg shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
1.3°C11.9°C22.5°C75083%2.8 m/s
2024
1.8°C11.6°C21.4°C115887%3.0 m/s
2023 🌧️
1.3°C11.4°C21.6°C121783%3.3 m/s
2022
1.0°C11.9°C22.9°C73279%3.0 m/s
2021
0.2°C10.5°C20.8°C89885%2.8 m/s
2020
1.4°C12.0°C22.6°C79580%3.1 m/s
2019 🔥
0.9°C12.0°C23.0°C79179%3.0 m/s
2018
0.3°C11.5°C22.7°C60879%2.9 m/s
2017
1.6°C11.7°C21.7°C88983%2.9 m/s
2016
0.8°C10.5°C20.3°C81984%2.8 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Duisburg?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia, with average high temperatures around 30.2°C.

What is the coldest month in Duisburg?

January is the coldest month in Duisburg, with average low temperatures around -8.1°C.

What is the rainiest month in Duisburg?

December receives the most rainfall with approximately 90 mm, while April is the driest with 54 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Duisburg?

The highest recorded temperature was 38.8°C in July 2019. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Duisburg?

The lowest recorded temperature was -21.2°C in January 1985.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Duisburg get?

Duisburg receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 5.29 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45