Cologne
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Climate in Cologne:
Number of rainy days:
J
Jan
F
Feb
M
Mar
A
Apr
M
May
J
Jun
J
Jul
A
Aug
S
Sep
O
Oct
N
Nov
D
Dec
17
16
16
13
14
14
15
14
14
16
17
19
Best time to visit Cologne:
Summer (June to August):
- Summers in North Rhine-Westphalia are generally mild to moderately warm.
- Daytime temperatures typically range from 20-25°C (68-77°F) on average.
Fall (September to November):
- Fall brings cooler temperatures.
- Daytime highs range from 13-18°C (55-64°F) in September, gradually dropping to 5-10°C (41-50°F) in November.
Winter (December to February):
- Winters in North Rhine-Westphalia can be relatively mild but with occasional cold snaps.
- Daytime temperatures often average around 0-5°C (32-41°F), and temperatures can drop below freezing, especially at night.
Spring (March to May):
- Spring gradually warms up the region.
- Daytime highs range from 10-15°C (50-59°F) in March to 15-20°C (59-68°F) in May.
Money
Germany currency:
Euro (EUR)
Prices in Cologne*:
Eating out:
Simple meal:
13.29
USD
Fast food meal:
10.61
USD
Mid-range meal:
28.79
USD
Bottle of water:
0.37
USD
Soft drink:
2.69
USD
Cappuccino:
3.53
USD
Local Beer:
4.10
USD
Transportation:
Public transport - one way ticket:
3.51
USD
Taxi - 1km:
2.53
USD
* Prices are approximate. Make sure to check the latest exchange rates when planning your trip.
General information
Germany general information:
Electricity:
Voltage: 230 V, Frequency: 50 Hz
Sockets:
- Type C (European 2-pin)
- Type F (German 2-pin, side clip earth)
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