The best times to visit Heiligenhafen for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Heiligenhafen Travel Info

Weather in Heiligenhafen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Heiligenhafen vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Heiligenhafen, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 74.3°F (23.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.1°F (13.4°C) at night.

Heiligenhafen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Heiligenhafen 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.

Heiligenhafen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Heiligenhafen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Heiligenhafen 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 38.5 35.1 31
Feb 38.2 34.5 30.3
Mar 45.7 39.7 34.3
Apr 55.2 46.9 38.9
May 61.9 53.7 45.1
Jun 67 59.1 50.3
Jul 72.8 64.1 55
Aug 71.2 63.2 55.4
Sep 63.8 57.2 50.6
Oct 54.8 49.7 44
Nov 47 43.6 39.5
Dec 40.6 37.2 33.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.6 1.7 -0.6
Feb 3.4 1.4 -0.9
Mar 7.6 4.3 1.3
Apr 12.9 8.3 3.8
May 16.6 12.1 7.3
Jun 19.4 15.1 10.2
Jul 22.7 17.8 12.8
Aug 21.8 17.3 13
Sep 17.7 14 10.3
Oct 12.7 9.8 6.7
Nov 8.3 6.4 4.2
Dec 4.8 2.9 0.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Heiligenhafen are April, March, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in Heiligenhafen? 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 Heiligenhafen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Heiligenhafen (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 21% 0 1.8
Feb 18% 0 1.2
Mar 13% 0 1.1
Apr 11% 0 0.9
May 21% 0 2.1
Jun 17% 0 2.4
Jul 21% 0 2.6
Aug 23% 0 2.8
Sep 20% 0 1.9
Oct 19% 0 1.9
Nov 25% 0 2.2
Dec 26% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 4.6
Feb 18 0 3
Mar 13 0 2.8
Apr 11 0 2.3
May 21 0 5.3
Jun 17 0 6.1
Jul 21 0 6.6
Aug 23 0 7.1
Sep 20 0 4.8
Oct 19 0 4.8
Nov 25 0 5.6
Dec 26 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Heiligenhafen has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (66.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (86.6%).

Wind in Heiligenhafen is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and February. January’s average wind speed of around 10.7 knots (12.3 MPH or 19.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 17.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 10.7 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Feb 9.8 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Mar 9.7 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
May 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Jul 7.3 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Aug 7.6 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Sep 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Oct 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Nov 9.4 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Dec 10 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 85.2%
Feb 83.1%
Mar 76.8%
Apr 66.7%
May 67.1%
Jun 68.9%
Jul 69.8%
Aug 71.8%
Sep 76.8%
Oct 81.9%
Nov 85.8%
Dec 86.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Heiligenhafen?

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 Heiligenhafen, Germany is August, followed by October and July. 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 Heiligenhafen 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.3 in December means 62.3% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Heiligenhafen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Heiligenhafen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Heiligenhafen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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