Cologne has a temperate oceanic climate, and is among the
warmest cities in Germany thanks to the strong breezes blowing in
from the nearby North Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Average temperatures
in the spring, summer and autumn are warm and pleasant, ranging
from 57°F (14°C) in May and September to around 66°F (19°C) at the
peak of summer in July and August. Winters (December to February)
are cold but not bitterly so, with average temperatures hovering
around 32°F (0°C). Rain is fairly steady throughout the year,
although the long days of summer offer more sunshine hours than
winter. The best time to visit Cologne is between May and
September, although visitors should prepare for sudden rain
showers.
Cologne-Bonn Airport
Location: The airport is located eight miles (12km) southeast of
Cologne and 10 miles (16km) north of Bonn.
Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday in March to last
Sunday in October).
Transfer Between Terminals:
The two terminals are linked by a walkway.
Getting to the city:
There are several transport options available, including taxis,
the local bus service, and the S-bahn.
Car Rental:
Car rental agencies at the airport include Hertz, Avis and
Europcar, among others.
Airport Taxis:
Taxis are available outside the terminal.
Facilities:
Facilities at the airport include ATMs, left luggage, shops and
restaurants.
Parking
Parking at Cologne-Bonn Airport starts at a rate of €1.50 per 15
minutes in the short-term zone (maximum two hours), while Car Park
1 charges €4.50 per hour and Car Park 3 charges €3 per hour. Car
park 2 is reserved for women and disabled passengers only.
Cologne has excellent public transport made up of subway, tram,
and bus lines. Single tickets and multi-day passes are available
from ticket offices and vending machines at most stops. Taxis are
also available. Driving in central Cologne can be a bit of a
nightmare, with confusing streets and many areas open only to
residents. Fortunately the city centre is fairly compact, and most
areas can be comfortably reached on foot or by bicycle.