What July feels like in Berlin
In Berlin, July brings mid-summer. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Berlin in July
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 7.2 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is heavier than Berlin's usual 5 mm per rainy day across the year. July is Berlin's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Berlin gets 16 h 24 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:00 am to sunset near 9:24 pm. Compared with mid-June, the day has lost 24 min. About 73% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Berlin's temperature order, July sits as the warmest month. Afternoons run 1.4°C (2.5°F) warmer than in June, with 23 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into August. August averages a high of 24.3°C (75.7°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Berlin in July
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Berlin in July?
Expect around 24.5°C (76.1°F) in the afternoon and 15.4°C (59.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Berlin in July?
Quite a lot — 87 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Berlin in July?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is July or August better for visiting Berlin?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#4 of 12 vs #7). August has fewer rainy days.