Philippi Collection

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Philippi Collection
Philippi Collection (Saarland region) - see local museum listings in Saarland
49.2864, 7.2214
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Museum entry fees vary by exhibition; check the museum for current ticket prices

How to Get to Philippi Collection #

Philippi Collection exhibits are located in Saarland museums; travel to Saarbrücken by train (Deutsche Bahn) and use local buses or taxis to reach specific museum locations. Check local museum listings for exact addresses and transport options.

Tips for Visiting Philippi Collection #

  • Check exhibition schedules in advance - the collection hosts rotating, focused shows rather than a static permanent display.
  • Allow time to appreciate the collection's emphasis on Philippi-era artifacts and local archaeological context.
  • Combine with a visit to Saarbrücken for a broader sense of the region's Roman and medieval heritage.

Best Time to Visit Philippi Collection #

Best visited in spring through autumn for pleasant regional travel and cultural outings.

Spring-Autumn
Apr-Oct · 8-22°C (46-72°F)
Mild weather ideal for regional museum visits and exploring Saarland towns.
Winter
Nov-Mar · -2-8°C (28-46°F)
Quieter museum-going season; check opening times for seasonal closures.

Weather & Climate near Philippi Collection #

Climate

Philippi Collection's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (922 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 36 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

1°
Feels Like Cold
1°C
Temperature
-1° – 4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-2° – 5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
1° – 9°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
3° – 13°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
8° – 18°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° – 21°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° – 24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° – 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.2h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
8° – 19°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
5° – 13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
2° – 8°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
0° – 5°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

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