Detmold
City in Germany
Located 313 kilometers from Berlin, Detmold is a German city with a population of about 74,400. Visitors come to see the Hermannsdenkmal and the Externsteine rock formation.
What to see
The area is known for significant landmarks. The Hermannsdenkmal stands as a prominent sight, as does the distinctive rock formation known as the Externsteine.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs around 22 °C. These months are suitable for outdoor activities, though they experience 14 to 15 rainy days. May and June offer milder temperatures between 17 °C and 20 °C. The winter months from November through March are cold, with temperatures often near freezing and frequent rain or precipitation occurring on 13 to 17 days each month.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Paderborn Lippstadt Airport, located 41 kilometers away in Büren.
Top sights in Detmold
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 13 | 8 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 86 | 63 | 77 | 52 | 64 | 76 | 78 | 81 | 73 | 70 | 80 | 86 |
| Rainy days | 17 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 17 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Detmold (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.