Schierke lies in the moderate climate zone with an average temperature of 5,3°C, the yearly precipitation is about 1.275 mm. July is the hottest month with an average of 15,5°C and highs of 31,5°C. December, January and February are the coldest months of the year with an average temperature below freezing. Schierke sees the most rain in December and January with 154mm and 145 mm respectively, while April is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation. Brocken Mountain is known for extreme weather situations and sudden change of weather.