Climate guide for Frankfurt, Germany

Frankfurt in September

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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September · Germany

Best time to visit Frankfurt in September Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Frankfurt in September

Average temperature 17°C, 75 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

September score

8.5/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Frankfurt
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
75 mm
Humidity
75%
Days with 6h+ sun
25
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

September in Frankfurt scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 75 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Towers rise over the Main in Frankfurt, with the Römerberg old town and Museumsufer within walking distance.

September in Frankfurt — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)

Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

Budget for roughly 75 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight to work around it.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Frankfurt at 8.5/10 (5th of 12), just behind August at 9.3/10.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Frankfurt in September?
In September, Frankfurt averages 17°C, 75 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
Is September a good time to visit Frankfurt?
September earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Frankfurt in September?
Expect about 75 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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