Best Time to Visit Gelsenkirchen
Best time: Aug, Jul, May, Jun.
Jul is warmest (23.9°C high); Jun is rainiest (88 mm).
Gelsenkirchen weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.4 | 0.3 | 78 | 1.1 |
| Feb | 6.2 | 0.1 | 58 | 2.2 |
| Mar | 9.9 | 2.4 | 73 | 3.6 |
| Apr | 13.8 | 4.7 | 59 | 5.9 |
| May | 19.1 | 8.8 | 67 | 7.7 |
| Jun | 21.8 | 11.6 | 88 | 7.6 |
| Jul | 23.9 | 13.7 | 82 | 7.7 |
| Aug | 23.4 | 13.1 | 75 | 6.7 |
| Sep | 19.2 | 10.2 | 76 | 4.6 |
| Oct | 14.4 | 6.9 | 70 | 2.8 |
| Nov | 9.1 | 3.6 | 79 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 6.2 | 1.7 | 87 | 0.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AugJulMayJun
Beaches: JulAugMayJun
Hiking: MayAprAugJul
Sightseeing: MayAugJulJun
Gelsenkirchen quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gelsenkirchen?
Aug, Jul, May, Jun.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 88 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 23.9°C.
Where to stay
See Gelsenkirchen hotels · Book Gelsenkirchen tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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