Essen Historic Weather Records

Analyse hottest, coldest, windiest & wettest days

Essen Weather Trend Graph


Temperature (°C)
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Months
Max Temp.
Historic Max Temp.
Min Temp.
Historic Min Temp.

Yearly Summary 2026


39°C
Highest Temp
27 Jun. 26

-5°C
Lowest Temp
6 Jan. 26


Seasonal Breakdown

Hottest MonthAugust30.21°C

Coldest MonthJanuary0.83°C

Wettest MonthMay3.26mm

Windiest MonthJuly18.85km/h

Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is the hottest month in Essen historically?

August is historically Essen's hottest month, with average maximum temperatures around 24°C. During peak heatwave events, the highest recorded temperatures have reached 40°C on 2019-07-25.

2. What is the coldest month in Essen historically?

January is Essen's coldest month, with average minimum temperatures around 1°C. The all-time record low of -15°C was recorded on 2021-02-10.

3. What is the average annual rainfall in Essen over the past 17 years?

Essen's average annual rainfall is approximately 868.6mm, based on records spanning 17 years.

4. How many rainy days does Essen experience on average per year?

Essen historically records approximately 222.8 rainy days per year. January has the highest number of rain days at an average of 21.5 days.

5. What is the all-time highest temperature ever recorded in Essen?

The all-time highest temperature recorded in Essen is 40°C on 2019-07-25.

6. What is the all-time lowest temperature ever recorded in Essen?

The all-time lowest temperature recorded in Essen is -15°C on 2021-02-10.

7. What is the windiest time of year in Essen historically?

Essen experiences its strongest winds during December. The historic gust record of 54.1 kph was recorded on 2018-01-18.

8. What is the highest and lowest humidity in Essen during a year?

Usually, Essen's humidity peaks in December at around 84.5% and drops to its lowest in August at approximately 66.1%.