Late summer · Weather & things to do
Berlin in August
Little changes in Berlin from July: highs stay near 78°F (26°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), and about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls.
At 86/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.3 in (58 mm)
- Humidity
- 66%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 58°F (14°C).
About 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August is one of Berlin's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: September highs fall to 69°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 83/100 in July to 86/100.
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Berlin, Potsdam & Dresden route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Berlin in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Prater Garten
Berlin's oldest beer garden, under chestnut trees since 1837.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer evening.
East Side Gallery
1.3 km of Wall covered in murals along the Spree.
Brandenburg Gate
Neoclassical gate that once stood inside the border strip, now Berlin's symbol.
Curry 36
Long-running stand for currywurst and fries near Mehringdamm station.
Tempelhofer Feld
Former airport turned huge public park; cycle or skate the old runways.
Why now August scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in August
- Potsdam in August~17 mi · highs 78°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dresden in August~103 mi · highs 78°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Prague in August~175 mi · highs 79°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bamberg in August~212 mi · highs 78°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Berlin in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Berlin?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Berlin, Potsdam & Dresden route recommends.
How hot is Berlin in August?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Berlin in August?
Not much: about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.8 in (605 mm).
What should I pack for Berlin in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Berlin, Potsdam & Dresden May – Sep
Planning Berlin in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.