Rhine River Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Rhine River: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Rhine River month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 30° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 36° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 38° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 42° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 57° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 75° | 59° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 75° | 59° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 54° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 47° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 47° | 38° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 42° | 35° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Rhine River
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Rhine River compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rhine River.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt Airport | 47 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 31 in |
| Luxembourg | 67 mi | 52°F | about the same | 36 in |
| Brussels | 151 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 33 in |
| Belgium | 151 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 33 in |
| Hoge Veluwe National Park | 160 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 37 in |
Best time to visit Rhine River
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Rhine River
Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 10.1°F below the 75°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 65°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 70°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Rhine River is a river in Germany. Rhine River is a river known as castles and vineyards.
Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in Rhine River with overcast. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 45°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Rhine River is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), about 47 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Lake Constance, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 10.1°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Rhine River today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rhine River?
Rhine River is a river in Germany. Its coordinates are 50, 7.5. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Rhine River right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with overcast. Humidity is 91% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rhine River?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Rhine River, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rhine River in?
Rhine River observes Europe/Berlin (UTC+02:00). The local time is 2:30 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Rhine River?
The closest airports are Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 47 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 182 mi away and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 199 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Rhine River?
Popular options include Hoge Veluwe National Park, Lake Constance, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Lake Lucerne and Neuschwanstein Castle.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 2:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
