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August is an excellent month in Leipzig

Climate Overview

Leipzig, Germany in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.1°C (77°F).

This month falls at the end of Summer.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout August, with daily highs around 24°C (75°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.8h of sunshine at the start of August, decreasing to 9.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 14th, averaging 26.7°C (80°F).

Compared to July, this month is about 0°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into September.

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
9 days · 64 mm
Sunshine
10.6h / day
Humidity
66% — Humid
Wind
14 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (256°)
Gusts
31 km/h
Daylight
14.5 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
3.6
UV Index
5.5 — High
Dew Point
14°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 20:36

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
5°C / 0°C
Feels Like
1°C / -5°C
Rain
13days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
3.4h Poor
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
8days
February
Poor
Temp
7°C / 0°C
Feels Like
3°C / -4°C
Rain
11days (48 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
3days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
April
Fair
Temp
14°C / 5°C
Feels Like
12°C / 2°C
Rain
9days (35 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
May best
Good
Temp
19°C / 9°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
10days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 14°C
Rain
10days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
11days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
9days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
8days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.2 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
13°C / 6°C
Rain
12days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
2.3 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 4°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
11days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
2days
December
Poor
Temp
6°C / 1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -3°C
Rain
13days (51 mm) Wet
Sun
3h Poor
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
0.9 Low
Snow Days
4days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 5°C / 0°C 1°C / -5°C 13days (55 mm) Wet 3.4h Poor 83% Humid 1.1 Low Poor View Details
February 7°C / 0°C 3°C / -4°C 11days (48 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 78% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
March 10°C / 2°C 6°C / -2°C 11days (45 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 75% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 14°C / 5°C 12°C / 2°C 9days (35 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 70% Muggy 4.7 Moderate Fair View Details
May best 19°C / 9°C 17°C / 7°C 10days (55 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 68% Muggy 5.7 High Good View Details
June best 24°C / 15°C 24°C / 14°C 10days (52 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 66% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 16°C 24°C / 15°C 11days (60 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 63% Muggy 6.1 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 9days (64 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 66% Muggy 5.5 High Excellent View Details
September best 21°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 8days (50 mm) Wet 9h Good 70% Muggy 4.2 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 15°C / 9°C 13°C / 6°C 12days (62 mm) Wet 6h Fair 79% Humid 2.3 Moderate Fair View Details
November 9°C / 4°C 6°C / 0°C 11days (45 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 84% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details
December 6°C / 1°C 2°C / -3°C 13days (51 mm) Wet 3h Poor 86% Very Muggy 0.9 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically excellent for visiting Leipzig, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 9 rainy days. Leipzig, Germany in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.1°C (77°F).
Leipzig typically sees around 9 rainy days in August with 64 mm (2.5 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Leipzig during August are mild at 16°C (60°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 16°C (60°F) in August, we recommend: Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, August offers some of the best weather conditions in Leipzig with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Leipzig during August is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Leipzig gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Leipzig during August based on 10-year climate averages.

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