Climate and weather in Germany

What is the climate like in Germany?

The climate in Germany is temperate and is influenced by both sea winds from the west and continental winds from the east. Germany has distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters. In the western and northern parts of Germany, the climate is somewhat cooler and wetter due to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, while the eastern and inland parts of Germany have a continental climate. In southern Germany, around the Bavarian Alps, the climate is alpine with cold temperatures and a lot of snow during the winter months.

What is the weather like in Germany?

The weather in Germany can vary greatly depending on where you are. In northern Germany, especially on the coast, the weather is changeable with a lot of wind, rain and clouds. Summers are still pleasant and temperatures are usually around 20 degrees. The central parts of Germany, such as Frankfurt and Berlin, have pleasant weather. During the summers it is hot and the temperature can reach 30 degrees, while the winters are frostier. In Bavaria and the rest of southern Germany it is not uncommon to have snow during the winter, and pleasant temperatures during the summer. Thunderstorms can occur all over Germany and autumn often brings changeable weather.