Climate guide for Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany

Rothenburg ob der Tauber in September

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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Best time to visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber in September Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in September

Average temperature 16°C, 69 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

September score

7.9/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
69 mm
Humidity
73%
Days with 6h+ sun
10
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

September in Rothenburg ob der Tauber scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 16°C, 69 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Rothenburg ob der Tauber rewards slow exploration of its preserved gates, towers, half-timbered lanes, churches, and walkable town wall.

September in Rothenburg ob der Tauber — reliably good (5th best month)

September averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rainfall runs 69 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight.

It scores 7.9/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.3/10 in the destination's best month.

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

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in September?
In September, Rothenburg ob der Tauber averages 16°C, 69 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
Is September a good time to visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber?
September earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in September?
Expect about 69 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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