Lübeck
City in Germany
Lübeck is a city in Germany with a population of 217,061 in 2025. Located 234 km from Berlin, it draws visitors to its notable architectural landmarks like Holsten Gate and St. Mary's Church, Lübeck.
What to see
Visitors can explore the historic architecture of the city, which includes the iconic Holsten Gate and the prominent St. Mary's Church, Lübeck.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 22 °C and lows of 14 °C, though these months also see higher rainfall of 76 mm to 81 mm. January and February are the coldest months, with daily highs of 3 °C to 4 °C and lows of -1 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Lübeck Blankensee Airport, located 7 km away in Germany. Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport serves as a hub and is 53 km away.
Top sights in Lübeck
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 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 64 | 48 | 58 | 41 | 55 | 70 | 76 | 81 | 59 | 61 | 61 | 62 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Lübeck (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.