Kiel weather and climate
Kiel weather and climate
Day
13 °C
Night
7 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
72 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
86 %
Day
13 °C
Night
7 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
72 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
86 %
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Weather overview for Kiel
Weather overview
Kiel (Germany) in general has a mild climate. The day temperatures range from 3.5 °C (38.3 °F) in January to 21.8 °C (71.2 °F) in July. The highest sea temperatures in Kiel are in August with 18.0 °C (64.4 °F) and the lowest in February with 1.5 °C (34.6 °F). The driest month is April with just 9 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 13 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from -0.7 °C (30.7 °F) in February to 13.3 °C (55.9 °F) in August.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable in Kiel, while the sea temperature continues to descent, with its value of 1.8 °C (35.3 °F). The number of rainy days is on its maximum in January. The wind speed is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 6.2. The humidity is on its maximum in January. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is -0.6 °C (30.9 °F).
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 4.0 °C (39.2 °F) in Kiel, while the minimum of the sea temperature is observable in this month. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, its value is 11 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in this month. The night temperature reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is -0.7 °C (30.7 °F).
March weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 7.1 °C (44.8 °F) in Kiel, while the sea temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 2.1 °C (35.7 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, with its value being 57 mm (2.26 in). The night temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 1.1 °C (34.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 3 hours.
April weather
The rise of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 3.5 °C (38.4 °F) in Kiel, and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 11.8 °C (53.2 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, with its value of 9 days, and the rainfall amount is on its minimum as well in this month. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 5 hours.
May weather
The rise of the sea temperature can be observed, its value is 10.5 °C (50.8 °F) in Kiel, and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month too. The rainfall amount starts to rise, and the number of rainy days starts to rise as well, with its value being 10 days. The night temperature continues to rise. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
June weather
The sea temperature continues to rise, with its value of 14.7 °C (58.4 °F) in Kiel, and the rise of the day temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 19.5 °C (67.1 °F). The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 72 mm (2.83 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 10.7 °C (51.3 °F). The maximum of the day length can be noticed.
July weather
The tourist season slowly starts in July in Kiel. The rise of the sea temperature can be observed, while the maximum of the day temperature can be noticed. The rainfall amount is on its maximum in this month. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 13.1 °C (55.6 °F). The wind speed is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 4.5.
August weather
The tourist season continues this month in Kiel. The sea temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 18.0 °C (64.4 °F), while the day temperature descent's start could be observed in this month. The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 73 mm (2.87 in). The night temperature is on its maximum in this month.
September weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 17.7 °C (63.9 °F) in Kiel, while the sea temperature starts to descent in September. The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 67 mm (2.62 in). The night temperature starts to descent, with its value being 9.7 °C (49.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, the value of this measure is 5 hours.
October weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 12.0 °C (53.6 °F) in Kiel, and the descent of the day temperature can be observed too, its value is 12.8 °C (55.0 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 12 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too in October. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 6.6 °C (43.9 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 3 hours.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month in Kiel, and the sea temperature continues to descent too. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 3.1 °C (37.6 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 2 hours.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 4.3 °C (39.7 °F) in Kiel, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 3.0 °C (37.3 °F). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 0.3 °C (32.5 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 1 hours. The minimum of the day length can be noticed.
FAQs
What is the sea temperature in Kiel in July?
In July in Kiel expect the sea to be warm at 17.4 °C (63.4 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Kiel in August?
In Kiel in August, the average daily temperatures will be 21.1 °C (70.0 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.