Darmstadt, Germany: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Darmstadt, Germany? If you're planning to go to Darmstadt, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Darmstadt
- Important essentials for Darmstadt
- Activities for Darmstadt
- Darmstadt in January: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in February: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in March: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in April: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in May: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in June: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in July: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in August: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in September: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in October: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in November: weather and what to pack
- Darmstadt in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Darmstadt, Germany
Based on the climate and weather in Darmstadt, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Darmstadt, Germany
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Darmstadt, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Darmstadt. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Darmstadt, Germany by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Darmstadt during January, you might notice that it is cold, somewhat rainy and extremely stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time and snow occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Fleece
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this
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Warm pants or jeans
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Light gloves or mittens
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Jacket or coat
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Extra socks
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Standard footwear
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Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat can be a lifesaver by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
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Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are great for stormy weather:
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An umbrella
This excellent one is built for bad weather.
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Waterproof luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. Even the most durable suitcases can let water in. We recommend:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
February
February for Darmstadt is brisk, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Fleece
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Extra socks
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Jacket or coat
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A good rain poncho to wear over your jacket can be a lifesaver by protecting your main jacket. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots work well for stormy weather:
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An umbrella
This excellent one is built for bad weather.
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Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. The most durable luggage can let rain in. We suggest:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in heavy rain.
March
March here can be very chilly, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Jacket or coat
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
-
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat saves you time and money by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are great for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is built for storms.
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Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff remain dry. The best luggage can let water in. We recommend:
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Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
April
April for Darmstadt can be chilly, somewhat rainy and somewhat stormy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
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Light and heavy skirts
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Dresses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Pants or jeans
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Rain poncho
A weatherproof rain poncho to wear over your jacket can be a lifesaver by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots are great for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. Even the finest luggage can let rain in. We suggest:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
May
If you vacation in Darmstadt during May, you might see that it is chilly, somewhat rainy and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
Rain poncho
A durable rain poncho to wear over your jacket will avoid travel headaches by protecting your coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are great for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for bad weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff stay dry. The finest suitcases can let moisture in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a storm.
June
If you are traveling to Darmstadt in June, you will notice that it is mild, somewhat rainy and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket saves you time and money by protecting your main jacket. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is built for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. The finest luggage can let water in. We like:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
July
In July, Darmstadt is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Darmstadt, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Rain poncho
A quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket will help avoid loads of aggrevation by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. Even the finest suitcases can let moisture in. We like:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
August
August in Darmstadt is warm, somewhat rainy and very stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) to low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat will avoid travel headaches by protecting your nice jacket. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for bad weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff remain dry. The most durable luggage can let rain in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
September
If you visit Darmstadt during September, you are likely to notice that it is balmy, somewhat rainy and very stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat saves you time and money by protecting your coat. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. Even the best luggage can let rain in. We like:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
October
If you vacation in Darmstadt during October, you might see that it can be chilly, somewhat rainy and extremely stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat can be a lifesaver by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things stay dry. Even the finest suitcases can let rain in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
November
November here is pretty cool, somewhat rainy and extremely stormy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Jacket or coat
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: here
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A good rain poncho to wear over your jacket will help avoid loads of aggrevation by protecting your coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is built for bad weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things stay dry. Even the most durable suitcases can let moisture in. We like:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
December
If you are traveling to Darmstadt in December, you will notice that it is brisk, somewhat rainy and extremely stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Fleece
-
Jacket or coat
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
-
Extra socks
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Standard footwear
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket saves you time and money by protecting your nice jacket. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff remain dry. The best suitcases can let water in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
Activities for Darmstadt, Germany
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Darmstadt.
If you go to Park Rosenhöhe, you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
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Binoculars
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
If you go to the Eisenbahnmuseum Darmstadt-Kranichstein, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
Castle hopping? For Castle Frankenstein, take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you can carry your stuff.
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