The best times to visit Ludwigshafen for ideal weather are

April 16th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Ludwigshafen Travel Info

Weather in Ludwigshafen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ludwigshafen 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 somewhat temperate — in the 46th 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 Ludwigshafen, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 82.3°F (27.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.8°F (16.6°C) at night.

Ludwigshafen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ludwigshafen 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.

Ludwigshafen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ludwigshafen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ludwigshafen 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 41.6 37.8 33
Feb 45.5 39.5 32.6
Mar 56 48.4 38
Apr 66.1 57.2 43.6
May 72.4 64.3 52.2
Jun 77.2 69.8 59.4
Jul 80 72 60.7
Aug 79.9 71.6 60
Sep 70.8 63.1 52.1
Oct 59.6 52.7 44
Nov 49.2 45.5 41
Dec 41.4 38.1 33.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.3 3.2 0.6
Feb 7.5 4.2 0.3
Mar 13.3 9.1 3.3
Apr 18.9 14 6.4
May 22.4 17.9 11.2
Jun 25.1 21 15.2
Jul 26.7 22.2 15.9
Aug 26.6 22 15.6
Sep 21.6 17.3 11.2
Oct 15.3 11.5 6.7
Nov 9.6 7.5 5
Dec 5.2 3.4 1.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ludwigshafen are January, April, 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 mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Ludwigshafen? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ludwigshafen is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Ludwigshafen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ludwigshafen (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 5% 1.6 0.6
Feb 13% 1.2 1.6
Mar 9% 0 0.8
Apr 7% 0 1
May 19% 0 2.3
Jun 23% 0 2.6
Jul 21% 0 2.4
Aug 23% 0 2.6
Sep 17% 0 1.4
Oct 15% 0 1
Nov 9% 1.2 0.8
Dec 21% 2 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 4.1 1.5
Feb 13 3 4.1
Mar 9 0 2
Apr 7 0 2.5
May 19 0 5.8
Jun 23 0 6.6
Jul 21 0 6.1
Aug 23 0 6.6
Sep 17 0 3.6
Oct 15 0 2.5
Nov 9 3 2
Dec 21 5.1 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Ludwigshafen has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (46.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (78%).

Wind in Ludwigshafen is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by December and January. March’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 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 early to mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 12.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.9 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 11.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.9 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
May 5.8 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 11 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.1 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.4 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.1%
Feb 70.2%
Mar 54%
Apr 46.9%
May 48.1%
Jun 49.6%
Jul 49.5%
Aug 51.9%
Sep 58.6%
Oct 69.2%
Nov 76.2%
Dec 78%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ludwigshafen?

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 Ludwigshafen, Germany is April, followed by October 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 Ludwigshafen in May. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.1 in May means 55.1% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Ludwigshafen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 78°F (25.6°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Ludwigshafen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Ludwigshafen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 52.4°F (11.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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