Monthly climate guide
Essen weather in February
February in Essen is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (43°F) and night-time lows near -1°C (31°F). The month usually brings about 61 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 4°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Only one month is cooler in Essen than February.
- Seasonally, February counts as late winter in Essen.
- Just 130 km apart, but Essen runs about 2°C warmer than Koblenz this month.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -1°C, and frost is common.
Avg high
6°C
43°F
Avg low
-1°C
31°F
Rainfall
61 mm
some rain
Humidity
89%
relative
Sky
72%
cloud · often cloudy
Essen weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 41°F | 0°C / 32°F | 85 mm | 93% | 79% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -1°C / 31°F | 61 mm | 89% | 72% |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 34°F | 51 mm | 83% | 67% |
| April | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 40°F | 39 mm | 77% | 64% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 8°C / 46°F | 57 mm | 76% | 68% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 73 mm | 75% | 71% |
| July | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 56°F | 74 mm | 73% | 68% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 56°F | 73 mm | 73% | 66% |
| September | 20°C / 69°F | 10°C / 50°F | 58 mm | 76% | 65% |
| October | 15°C / 60°F | 7°C / 45°F | 69 mm | 85% | 71% |
| November | 10°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 62 mm | 91% | 73% |
| December | 7°C / 44°F | 2°C / 35°F | 93 mm | 93% | 80% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit Essen?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Essen →Other Germany cities in February
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Essen in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Essen?
February is cool in Essen, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Essen in February?
Average highs are about 6°C (43°F) and average lows about -1°C (31°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Essen in February?
Essen typically gets around 61 mm of rain in February — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Essen (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.