Arnstadt lies in Thuringia, Germany. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is August, with average highs of 23°C (74°F).
The best months to visit are July–August.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 23°C (74°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -3°C (27°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 15 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 60% of places in Germany.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 6°
- Humidity
- 99%
- Wind
- 7 km/h NW
- Gusts
- 15 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1024 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:43 / 18:17
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Arnstadt
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 2° | 4° | 8° | 13° | 18° | 21° | 23° | 23° | 19° | 13° | 7° | 4° |
| Average low | -3° | -3° | 0° | 3° | 7° | 10° | 12° | 12° | 9° | 5° | 1° | -1° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 29 | 28 | 38 | 42 | 58 | 56 | 70 | 58 | 43 | 37 | 41 | 36 |
| Rain days | 7 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 1.4 | 2.6 | 3.6 | 5.2 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 6.6 | 5 | 3.5 | 1.7 | 1.2 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.4 | 9.9 | 11.7 | 13.7 | 15.5 | 16.5 | 16.1 | 14.5 | 12.5 | 10.6 | 8.8 | 8 |
| Humidity (%) | 92 | 86 | 78 | 72 | 70 | 71 | 71 | 72 | 78 | 83 | 88 | 92 |
| Wind (km/h) | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Go score | 3 | 8 | 15 | 34 | 56 | 65 | 71 | 72 | 60 | 38 | 8 | 2 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Updated: About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Arnstadt, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Good | Fair | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Fair | Poor |
| Skiing | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Skiing — Only with ski resorts within 40 km. Good: daytime highs at resort altitude at or below freezing.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Arnstadt: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Arnstadt: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.889 EUR
- Languages
- German
- Calling code
- +49
- Meal, casual restaurant€16.00≈ $18.00
- Cappuccino€3.80≈ $4.30
- Beer (0.5 l)€5.60≈ $6.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.70≈ $1.90
- Taxi, 5 km€12.00≈ $13.00
- Public transport ticket€2.10≈ $2.40
- Mid-range hotel, per night€125≈ $145
Estimated from Germany’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 81% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.4 (1989).
How to get to Arnstadt
Nearest airports
- ERFErfurt-Weimar AirportErfurt15 km
- LEJLeipzig/Halle AirportSchkeuditz110 km
- KSFKassel AirportCalden126 km
- NUENuremberg AirportNuremberg149 km
Distances
- Berlin253 km 4 h 23
- Hamburg308 km 5 h 21
- Munich304 km 5 h 16
- Köln281 km 4 h 52
- Frankfurt am Main180 km 3 h 07
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Hotels in Arnstadt
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Arnstadt
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Arnstadt?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Arnstadt is July–August.
What is the weather like in Arnstadt in October?
In October, Arnstadt averages a high of 13°C (55°F) and a low of 5°C (40°F), with 37 mm of rain on about 9 days.
What is the rainiest month in Arnstadt?
July, with rain on about 15 days.
What is the nearest airport to Arnstadt?
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF), about 15 km away.
What power plugs are used in Germany?
Plug types C, F, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Germany?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Germany?
112.
Is Germany safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Arnstadt most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Arnstadt least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
When is the best time to visit Arnstadt without the crowds?
June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Arnstadt in?
Europe/Berlin (UTC+2).
What is the population of Arnstadt?
About 25,678.