Berlin vs Cologne

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Berlin edges ahead as the better destination in July. Berlin offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Cologne sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Berlin sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Cologne is also comfortable at 23°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Berlin is the stronger choice in July. Berlin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Berlin reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cologne averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Berlin receives approximately 77 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cologne sees 82 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Berlin the drier option by 1 rain day and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.