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Dortmund in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dortmund in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Dortmund in August 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
Weather for Dortmund in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +73°F during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 19 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 84 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Dortmund;

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
84 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dortmund has good weather in August.
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Average temperature in Dortmund in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dortmund for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +73°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +52°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +68°F.

Is Dortmund warm or cold in August?

Dortmund is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +57°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Dortmund, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Dortmund in August

Dortmund weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+73°F+73°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+43°F+36°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+97°F+93°F
Rainfall
90 mm84 mm76 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
71%72%78%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
566
Cloudy days
556
Rainy days
191918
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +73°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 90 mm to 84 mm. Humidity rises from 71% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 5 to 6.

Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Dortmund in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dortmund is gradually increasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Dortmund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 197 mm, with a 71% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Dortmund, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Dortmund wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Dortmund?

This is the weather in Dortmund in August 2023:
1 August
🌧️
+68°F
2 August
🌧️
+71°F
3 August
🌧️
+69°F
4 August
🌧️
+71°F
5 August
☁️
+71°F
6 August
🌧️
+64°F
7 August
🌧️
+65°F
8 August
🌧️
+66°F
9 August
☁️
+70°F
10 August
☀️
+75°F
11 August
☀️
+84°F
12 August
🌧️
+73°F
13 August
☀️
+76°F
14 August
☀️
+80°F
15 August
☁️
+79°F
16 August
🌧️
+74°F
17 August
☁️
+67°F
18 August
☁️
+84°F
19 August
☀️
+84°F
20 August
☁️
+81°F
21 August
☀️
+81°F
22 August
☀️
+78°F
23 August
☀️
+82°F
24 August
☀️
+82°F
25 August
🌧️
+75°F
26 August
☀️
+72°F
27 August
🌧️
+70°F
28 August
☀️
+67°F
29 August
☁️
+69°F
30 August
🌧️
+65°F
31 August
☀️
+67°F
In August 2023 Dortmund had 12 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dortmund climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dortmund in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+52°F) and the highest in 2022 (+61°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 627 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1615 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dortmund in August:

Is August a good time to visit Dortmund?

August is a really good time to go to Dortmund. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dortmund.

Can you sunbathe in Dortmund in August?

August is warm in Dortmund. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Dortmund rainy in August?

Dortmund is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dortmund in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dortmund in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Germany

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Monthly weather in Dortmund

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dortmund, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.