The climate in Germany is certainly one of the things that international students are interested in. Learning about the climate in Germany can help you prepare the best for your trip to Germany, because the climate is also related to cultural differences and each person’s health. 

So what is the climate like in Germany during the four seasons? And when is the best time to visit Germany? Let’s find out with My Career!

Climate in Germany

Unlike Vietnam, which has a hot and humid monsoon climate, Germany has a temperate climate, so all four seasons are beautiful. Natural floods are rare.

Although the weather is very changeable and hot sunshine can be replaced instantly by thick clouds, this is due to the influence of the soft Atlantic current and cold air masses from Russia and the Arctic.

The climate in Germany is typical of the Central European region. It is formed by a transition between the maritime climate of Western Europe and the continental climate of Eastern Europe. However, due to its expansion to the East ? West and South ? North as well as the presence of many low mountain ranges, the climate in Germany has significant regional differences. 

Regional differences in climate in Germany

Most of Germany lies in a cool climate zone, where humid westerly winds prevail. The influence of the oceanic climate decreases towards the east and southeast. 

The climate in western Germany is warm and temperate, characterized by rainy winters and mild summers. The climate in northern Germany is characterized by rainy summers and cold, dry winters with heavy storms characteristic of the North Sea coast and its hinterland.

The southwest of Germany has a humid subtropical climate, the southeast of Germany has a distinct continental climate with lots of snow in cold winters and hot, relatively dry summers. The climate in the Alps is quite typical of a typical mountain climate.

Typical weather patterns for each climate season in Germany

If Vietnam has two main seasons, the rainy season and the dry season, the climate in Germany has all four seasons. You will clearly feel the distinct change through the seasons through the changing colors of nature here.

Climate in Germany in spring

Luckily, if you have the opportunity to visit Germany in the spring, it will be a wonderful experience. Because spring is the most beautiful season of the year, but it also does not last long, only about 2 months and usually starts at the end of March and ends at the beginning of June. 

When the temperature in Germany gradually increases and warms up after the cold of winter, it is also a sign that spring has come. The temperature is cool, not too cold like winter, nor too hot like summer. 

With the onset of spring, the ice begins to melt, providing a large amount of water. Sunny days replace the gloomy atmosphere. All vegetation begins to green and the air is warm. Although spring weather in Germany often brings surprises such as sudden cold rains accompanied by snow. 

Did you know that until mid-April, there will still be heavy snowfall and cold winds in Munich and Bavaria. The average air temperature is 9 degrees Celsius. On the sunniest days, the air can warm up to 20 degrees.

In this season, flowers and grass begin to bloom, trees and plants sprout after a period of dormancy in the cold winter. You will be able to see the beautiful peach and pear blossoms blooming all over the streets, with this weather will help your spirit to be more excited and cheerful.

In addition, sometimes the weather this season will have sudden rains, so you should also bring an umbrella with you!

Climate in Germany in summer

Summer in Germany is the embodiment of the characteristics of the temperate climate zone with pleasant air, without the harsh sunlight like in Vietnam. The average air temperature in summer is about 23 degrees. In early August, the temperature begins to drop, towards the end of the month begins a sweet season; it lasts until mid-September.

Summer weather starts from June to the end of August. Sometimes there will be hot sunny days that make people feel quite stuffy and uncomfortable. At times like this, people love to go swimming in the pool to relieve the heat of the climate in Germany.

The sea water temperature here also does not exceed 17 degrees Celsius during the summer. There is always a fresh sea breeze on the coast. The coast with warm air up to 26 degrees Celsius is very suitable for traveling and relaxing next to the cool, blue beach.

And what might surprise you in the summer is that the sun sets quite late, sometimes it is still light at 9 or 10 pm. This is definitely the ideal condition for adventurous exploration during your study abroad in Germany.

Another interesting thing is that in this weather, people often go to the park to lie on the grass with friends and family, along with picnics or outdoor barbecues on weekends to relax, chat and connect.

Climate in Germany in autumn

Autumn leaves are characteristic of the climate in Germany as well as temperate climates. The end of September brings a chilly start. Although autumn in Germany is quite warm and sunny, it can still feel cold, so remember to wear warm clothes! 

Rainfall at this time of year is extremely low and the late autumn weather is often unpleasant. Temperatures rarely exceed 10 degrees Celsius. There are more cloudy days than sunny ones. There are light rains, cold showers and the first snowfalls. 

For many people, autumn is the most beautiful season of the year because of the cool weather and the landscape everywhere is filled with the yellow and red colors of leaves. However, it is difficult to compare the beauty of each season, each season is beautiful in its own way. Because spring is the season of budding, summer is the season of growing leaves and autumn is also the season of the beginning of loneliness.

The climate in Germany when autumn comes will start from September to the end of January. At this time, people often go for walks, ride bicycles in the park, admire the red and yellow leaves everywhere, the scenery at this time is as beautiful as in paintings that it is difficult to find a word to describe instead of the word “beautiful to the point of unreality”.

Climate in Germany in winter

Winters in Germany are quite bleak, with temperatures often dropping below minus 10 degrees. During the first half of winter, temperatures sometimes drop below zero. The weather is gloomy and the rain is constant. There is a lot of snow in the Alps in southern Germany, and another ski season has begun. 

In the last month of winter, temperatures drop sharply; in some areas, it reaches minus 15 degrees Celsius. 

This is the most boring and longest season of the year as well as the season that makes you feel the loneliest and miss Vietnam the most. Moreover, winter is the longest season of the year as it lasts from December to early March. The weather is quite cold and rainy with temperatures ranging from minus 20 degrees to 0 degrees Celsius. 

But actually, winter in Germany is not as cold as you think because the humidity is quite low. If you have experienced the cold, bitter cold in the North, you will feel that the cold in Germany is nothing compared to Vietnam. You just need to wear enough warm and full clothes and you will feel that winter is quite normal.

In winter, everything will be quiet, the trees are bare, the ground is covered with white snow and the weather is gloomy and cold. In contrast to summer, the sky will darken faster, around 3-4 pm the sun will set and it will be completely dark. 

That’s why the loneliness of winter brings you deep sadness, loneliness, homesickness and sadness will gnaw at you throughout the cold winter, something that anyone will experience, prepare yourself mentally to get through the winter! 

But at this time of year when Christmas and New Year come, you will welcome these occasions and will see what is special and traditional about Europe.

So don’t hesitate to experience and explore the 4 seasons of Germany in your own way! The best time to come to Germany and fit your study schedule will usually start in July-August-September. Also during this time, Germany will have many unique festivals such as the Love Parade festival taking place in the center of Berlin, the October festival Oktoberfest

In short, the climate in Germany is clearly expressed through four seasons, and you will feel the climate in Germany clearly when you come here. When you experience all four seasons in a year, you will feel that life is really interesting in Germany. And the important thing that people often do is remember to check the temperature and weather to prepare to bring necessary items before leaving the house!

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