Monthly climate guide
Berlin weather in December
With highs near 5°C (40°F) and lows around 0°C (32°F), December feels cold in Berlin. Rainfall averages about 48 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- December is among Berlin's three coolest months.
- In Berlin, December is early winter.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- Dress warmly for Reichstag Building: short, cold days are the norm.
Avg high
5°C
40°F
Avg low
0°C
32°F
Rainfall
48 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
94%
relative
Sky
81%
cloud · often cloudy
Berlin weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 56 mm | 93% | 81% |
| February | 4°C / 40°F | -2°C / 28°F | 35 mm | 90% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 32°F | 37 mm | 85% | 68% |
| April | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 77% | 62% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 47 mm | 71% | 65% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 67 mm | 65% | 67% |
| July | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 86 mm | 66% | 66% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 49 mm | 65% | 64% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 51°F | 40 mm | 71% | 64% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 53 mm | 83% | 71% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 36°F | 40 mm | 92% | 76% |
| December | 5°C / 40°F | 0°C / 32°F | 48 mm | 94% | 81% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Berlin?
Our Berlin guide recommends: May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Many of Berlin's major museums are free or discounted on the first Sunday of the month at participating venues.
Best time to visit Berlin →Other Germany cities in December
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Berlin in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Berlin?
December is cool in Berlin, with highs around 5°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Berlin in December?
Average highs are about 5°C (40°F) and average lows about 0°C (32°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Berlin in December?
Berlin typically gets around 48 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Berlin?
May to September for warm, long days; the Christmas markets make December worthwhile too.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Berlin (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.