September · Germany
Best time to visit Dresden in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dresden in September
Average temperature 16°C, 80 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 80 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Dresden scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 16°C, 80 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dresden rebuilt its baroque skyline, the Frauenkirche and the Elbe terraces after the war.
September in Dresden: strong conditions, 5th of 12
Temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 80 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dresden in September?
- In September, Dresden averages 16°C, 80 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Dresden?
- September earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dresden in September?
- Expect about 80 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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