Gefell i
Village · Thuringia

Gefell

Germany

Local time
04:52 PM
Population
2.3K
Elevation
571 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 67/100
Main airport
KLV
79 km
Time zone
UTC+2
Europe/Berlin
At a glance

The best months to visit are July–August.

August is the hottest month, with highs around 21°C (70°F).

January is the coldest month, with lows around -4°C (24°F).

The wettest month is December, with rain on about 17 days.

June is the sunniest month, with about 6.6 hours of sunshine a day.

Weather

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Climate

Best time to visit Gefell

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
-10°-1°8°16°25° 050100 mm Jan · 64 mmFeb · 55 mmMar · 63 mmApr · 56 mmMay · 67 mmJun · 84 mmJul · 94 mmAug · 82 mmSep · 64 mmOct · 64 mmNov · 71 mmDec · 80 mm 1°2°6°10°16°19°21°21°17°11°5°2° -4°-4°-1°1°6°9°11°10°7°3°0°-3° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high1°2°6°10°16°19°21°21°17°11°5°2°
Average low-4°-4°-1°1°6°9°11°10°7°3°0°-3°
Rainfall (mm)645563566784948264647180
Rain days161414141516151514121517
Sunshine per day (h)1.42.53.556.36.66.66.34.93.51.61.2
Daylight (h)8.51011.713.715.416.41614.512.510.68.98
Humidity (%)908579737172717378828790
Wind (km/h)161414131212121112131515
Go score3882347566567513052

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

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Activities

What to do in Gefell, month by month

When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.

What to do in Gefell, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Hiking PoorPoorPoorFairPoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairPoorPoor
Skiing FairFairPoorPoorPoorPoorPoorPoorPoorPoorPoorFair
Photography & sunsets PoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairFairPoorPoorPoorPoor

Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.

How each activity is rated
  • 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.

Festivals and events around Gefell

Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Gefell
Practical

Gefell: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the right
Currency

Euro

EUR · €

1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR

Languages
German
Calling code
+49
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Aug 11, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurant€16.00≈ $18.00
  • Cappuccino€3.80≈ $4.30
  • Beer (0.5 l)€5.70≈ $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.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
Earthquake history

1 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M5.1 (1985).

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Gefell?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Gefell is July–August.

What is the weather like in Gefell in October?

In October, Gefell averages a high of 11°C (52°F) and a low of 3°C (38°F), with 64 mm of rain on about 12 days.

What is the rainiest month in Gefell?

December, with rain on about 17 days.

What is the nearest airport to Gefell?

Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV), about 79 km away.

What power plugs are used in Germany?

Plug types C, F, 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.

What time zone is Gefell in?

Europe/Berlin (UTC+2).

What is the population of Gefell?

About 2,344.