Climate trends at Nuremberg (1880–2025)
Nuremberg, with a population of 523,026, has been experiencing notable climate changes since observations began in 1880. The data from multiple stations in the region indicate significant warming trends, particularly over the last few decades. The primary climate statistics reveal that the mean temperature during the first decade of observations (1880–1889) was 8.19°C, while the mean temperature for the most recent decade (2016–2025) has risen to 10.62°C. This represents a substantial increase of 2.43°C, highlighting the ongoing impact of climate change.
Trend Summary
From 1880 to 2025, Nuremberg has experienced a warming trend of approximately 2.43°C based on the comparison of the first and last ten years of data. The mean temperature for the period 2015–2024 is 10.65°C, which shows a significant increase compared to the baseline mean temperature of 8.43°C from 1890–1900, resulting in a warming of 2.22°C. This trend is further supported by the average temperature increase of 1.76°C since the 1980s, with a rate of warming of 0.432°C per decade since 1980.
Climate change impacts
The rising temperatures in Nuremberg suggest an increased risk of heat waves and prolonged droughts, which can have severe implications for local ecosystems, agriculture, and public health. As the climate continues to warm, it is essential to monitor these changes and adapt accordingly.
Comparison vs National Benchmark and Paris
When compared to the national benchmark, the mean annual temperature in Nuremberg from 1991 to 2020 is approximately 10.3°C, which is slightly higher than the local averages. Furthermore, Nuremberg's temperature is currently 2.83°C lower than that of Paris, indicating regional variations in climate impacts.
Top-5 warm years
- 2024: 11.42°C
- 2018: 11.28°C
- 2023: 11.24°C
- 2022: 11.04°C
- 1994: 10.9°C
The record coldest temperature in Nuremberg was observed in 1956 at 6.84°C. This historical data emphasizes the significant fluctuations in temperature over the years.
For more detailed information, you can access the raw data in CSV format or JSON format. Additionally, explore the interactive climate data on our map.