Rugen & German Baltic
Beginner-friendly
Best conditions around July 27
Chalk cliffs, calm gulfs, summer-only Baltic sailing.
Best time to sail
Best time to sail in Germany
The best time to sail in Germany is June to September, with peak conditions in July and August.
That verdict comes from 1991–2020 climate normals — wind, rain, sunshine, and air temperature — scored week by week for charter conditions across 1 sailing area.
Sailing conditions in Germany, month by month
Mean weekly values across our sailing areas in Germany. The sail score weighs wind, rain, sun, and temperature — and discounts tropical-storm season where one applies.
Temperature (°C)
- Air
- Water
Wind (kn)
Rain (mm/day)
Sun (h/day)
| Month | Sail score | Wind (kn) | Rain (mm/day) | Sun (h/day) | Temp (°C) | Water (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Fair | 12 | 1.7 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| February | Fair | 12 | 1.6 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| March | Fair | 11 | 1.6 | 12 | 4 | 4 |
| April | Fair | 10 | 1.6 | 12 | 7 | 9 |
| May | Fair | 9 | 1.7 | 12 | 12 | 15 |
| June | Excellent | 9 | 2.1 | 12 | 16 | 19 |
| July | Excellent | 9 | 2 | 12 | 19 | 21 |
| August | Excellent | 9 | 2.1 | 12 | 18 | 21 |
| September | Excellent | 9 | 1.8 | 12 | 15 | 19 |
| October | Fair | 11 | 2.2 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| November | Fair | 11 | 1.8 | 12 | 6 | 7 |
| December | Fair | 12 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 4 |
Sailing areas in Germany
Every area below is scored individually in the interactive calendar; where we have an in-depth guide, it's linked.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to sail in Germany?
June to September offers the most reliable conditions, with July and August scoring best for wind, rain, sunshine, and temperature in the 1991–2020 climate normals.
When is the cheapest time to charter in Germany?
The shoulder months — June and September — usually combine good sailing conditions with fewer crowds and lower charter prices than the peak in July and August.
How warm is it in Germany in July?
Around 19 °C air temperature on average in July, with about 12 hours of sun a day.
How warm is the water in Germany in July?
Around 21 °C sea-surface temperature on average in July, based on 2023–2025 marine averages.