The best times to visit Ore Mountains 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 Ore Mountains Travel Info

Weather in Ore Mountains

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ore Mountains vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st 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 Ore Mountains, 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 78.2°F (25.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.1°F (13.9°C) at night.

Ore Mountains Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ore Mountains 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.

Ore Mountains Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ore Mountains Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ore Mountains 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 36.6 32.7 28.3
Feb 38.8 33 27.2
Mar 49.2 40.5 32.5
Apr 60.4 50 39.4
May 66.1 56.2 46.2
Jun 72.1 62.3 52.3
Jul 76.7 66.2 56.1
Aug 76.1 65 54.6
Sep 65.9 56.5 48.1
Oct 54.5 47.2 40.4
Nov 45.2 40.7 35.7
Dec 37.6 33.6 29.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.6 0.4 -2.1
Feb 3.8 0.6 -2.7
Mar 9.6 4.7 0.3
Apr 15.8 10 4.1
May 18.9 13.4 7.9
Jun 22.3 16.8 11.3
Jul 24.8 19 13.4
Aug 24.5 18.3 12.6
Sep 18.8 13.6 8.9
Oct 12.5 8.4 4.7
Nov 7.3 4.8 2.1
Dec 3.1 0.9 -1.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ore Mountains are February, March, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Ore Mountains? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ore Mountains is often around around December 17th 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 Ore Mountains.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ore Mountains (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 11% 2.5 1.1
Feb 7% 2.9 0.6
Mar 8% 1.3 1
Apr 11% 0.4 1.1
May 21% 0 2.3
Jun 18% 0.5 2.3
Jul 23% 1.2 3.1
Aug 18% 0.8 2.6
Sep 16% 0 1.9
Oct 10% 1.4 1.4
Nov 15% 1.7 1.4
Dec 13% 3.5 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 6.4 2.8
Feb 7 7.4 1.5
Mar 8 3.3 2.5
Apr 11 1 2.8
May 21 0 5.8
Jun 18 1.3 5.8
Jul 23 3 7.9
Aug 18 2 6.6
Sep 16 0 4.8
Oct 10 3.6 3.6
Nov 15 4.3 3.6
Dec 13 8.9 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Ore Mountains has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (58.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (85%).

Wind in Ore Mountains is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and April. March’s average wind speed of around 7 knots (8.1 MPH or 13 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 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 Ore Mountains.

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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 6.4 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Oct 4.9 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.5 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 80.4%
Feb 74.7%
Mar 64.4%
Apr 58.3%
May 64.4%
Jun 62.6%
Jul 60.9%
Aug 62.4%
Sep 71.1%
Oct 81%
Nov 85%
Dec 83.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ore Mountains?

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 Ore Mountains, Germany is August, followed by May and April. 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 Ore Mountains in June. 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 36 in June means 36% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Ore Mountains Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.8°F (21°C) and 45.2°F (7.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 7 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 most precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Ore Mountains, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°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 second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ore Mountains to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.2°F (7.3°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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