The best times to visit Bad Hersfeld for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bad Hersfeld Travel Info

Weather in Bad Hersfeld

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bad Hersfeld vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bad Hersfeld, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 76°F (24.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55.4°F (13°C) at night.

Bad Hersfeld Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bad Hersfeld Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Bad Hersfeld Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bad Hersfeld Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 38.9 34.7 29.7
Feb 40.7 34.8 28.7
Mar 49.8 41.3 32.8
Apr 59.9 49.9 39.2
May 65.4 55.8 45.2
Jun 70.4 61.1 50.9
Jul 75 65.1 54.8
Aug 74 64 53.7
Sep 65.3 56.5 47.9
Oct 56.4 48.6 41.2
Nov 47 42.3 37.2
Dec 39.7 35.7 30.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.8 1.5 -1.3
Feb 4.8 1.6 -1.8
Mar 9.9 5.2 0.4
Apr 15.5 9.9 4
May 18.6 13.2 7.3
Jun 21.3 16.2 10.5
Jul 23.9 18.4 12.7
Aug 23.3 17.8 12.1
Sep 18.5 13.6 8.8
Oct 13.6 9.2 5.1
Nov 8.3 5.7 2.9
Dec 4.3 2.1 -0.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bad Hersfeld are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Bad Hersfeld? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bad Hersfeld.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bad Hersfeld (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 4% 0 0.5
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 4 0 1.3
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Bad Hersfeld has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (58.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (82.9%).

Wind in Bad Hersfeld is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and March. January’s average wind speed of around 6.2 knots (7.2 MPH or 11.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bad Hersfeld.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.5 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 11.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.7 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.6%
Feb 76.3%
Mar 65.9%
Apr 58.8%
May 61.8%
Jun 62.9%
Jul 61.8%
Aug 64%
Sep 72.6%
Oct 79.2%
Nov 82.9%
Dec 82.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bad Hersfeld?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Germany; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bad Hersfeld, Germany is May, followed by April and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bad Hersfeld in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.7 in December means 63.7% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Bad Hersfeld Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.5°F (20.8°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bad Hersfeld, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68.3°F (20.2°C) and 40.7°F (4.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Bad Hersfeld to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 36.2°F (2.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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