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Saalfeld
Germany
Saalfeld lies in Thuringia, Germany. By our climate data, the best time to visit is June–August (Skiing: December–February). The warmest month is July, with average highs of 24°C (75°F).
The best months to visit are June–August (Skiing: December–February).
July is the hottest month, with highs around 24°C (75°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around -2°C (28°F).
The wettest month is May, with rain on about 15 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 79% of places in Germany.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 8°
- Humidity
- 96%
- Wind
- 12 km/h E
- Gusts
- 30 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 96%
- Pressure
- 1029 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:42 / 18:16
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Saalfeld
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 | 3° | 4° | 9° | 13° | 19° | 22° | 24° | 24° | 19° | 13° | 7° | 4° |
| Average low | -2° | -2° | 1° | 3° | 8° | 11° | 13° | 12° | 9° | 5° | 1° | -1° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 46 | 42 | 53 | 51 | 70 | 71 | 81 | 68 | 56 | 51 | 59 | 59 |
| Rain days | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 15 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 1.4 | 2.6 | 3.6 | 5.1 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 6.5 | 5 | 3.6 | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.4 | 10 | 11.7 | 13.7 | 15.5 | 16.5 | 16 | 14.5 | 12.5 | 10.6 | 8.9 | 8 |
| Humidity (%) | 91 | 85 | 78 | 72 | 70 | 71 | 70 | 72 | 78 | 82 | 88 | 91 |
| Wind (km/h) | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| Go score | 3 | 8 | 17 | 36 | 58 | 68 | 71 | 72 | 61 | 40 | 8 | 2 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Saalfeld, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- 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.
Saalfeld: 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
Festivals and events around Saalfeld
Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Saalfeld: 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
1 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.1 (1985).
How to get to Saalfeld
Nearest airports
- ERFErfurt-Weimar AirportErfurt46 km
- LEJLeipzig/Halle AirportSchkeuditz105 km
- KLVKarlovy Vary AirportKarlovy Vary120 km
- NUENuremberg AirportNuremberg129 km
Distances
- Berlin252 km 4 h 22
- Hamburg336 km 5 h 50
- Munich280 km 4 h 51
- Köln312 km 5 h 24
- Frankfurt am Main199 km 3 h 27
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Hotels in Saalfeld
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Saalfeld
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Saalfeld?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Saalfeld is June–August (Skiing: December–February).
What is the weather like in Saalfeld in October?
In October, Saalfeld averages a high of 13°C (56°F) and a low of 5°C (41°F), with 51 mm of rain on about 12 days.
What is the rainiest month in Saalfeld?
May, with rain on about 15 days.
What is the nearest airport to Saalfeld?
Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF), about 46 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 Saalfeld most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Saalfeld least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
When is the best time to visit Saalfeld without the crowds?
May–June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Saalfeld in?
Europe/Berlin (UTC+2).
What is the population of Saalfeld?
About 28,023.