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Munich in August
Little changes in Munich from July: highs stay near 74°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), and about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 71/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 74°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 5.6 in (143 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs settle around 74°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 57°F (14°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.6 in (143 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and September).
- Last warm month for a while: September highs fall to 66°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (72 → 71/100).
- August sits inside the May – Oct, Dec window our Bavaria & the Romantic Road route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 74°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Munich in August
With 5.6 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Deutsches Museum
Large science and technology museum on an island in the Isar.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Alte Pinakothek
Old Masters gallery with Dürer, Rubens and Rembrandt.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.6 in of rain.
Augustiner-Keller
Chestnut-shaded beer garden serving Augustiner from wooden barrels.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer evening.
Hofbräuhaus
Historic beer hall with brass bands and long tables.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.6 in of rain.
Schneider Bräuhaus
Wheat beer hall serving Bavarian classics like Weisswurst.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Nearby in August
- Füssen in August~57 mi · highs 72°F, 7.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Salzburg in August~72 mi · highs 75°F, 6.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Nuremberg in August~94 mi · highs 78°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Hallstatt in August~104 mi · highs 76°F, 6.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Munich in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Munich?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 71/100 against a best of 82 in May and September. Expect highs of 74°F (23°C) and 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct, Dec window our Bavaria & the Romantic Road route recommends.
How hot is Munich in August?
Average highs are 74°F (23°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Munich in August?
Yes: about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.6 in (1133 mm).
What should I pack for Munich in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 74°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Bavaria & the Romantic Road May – Oct, Dec
Planning Munich in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.