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Best Time to Visit Munich

On the climate data, the best time to visit Munich is May and September, scoring up to 82/100 with highs around 66°F (19°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain in September. April and June – August are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

Munich, Germany
Best months
May and Sep
Shoulder
Apr and Jun – Aug
Toughest
Dec – Feb
Warmest
Jul · 75°F
Coldest nights
Jan · 24°F
Wettest
Jun · 5.6 in
Driest
Feb · 2.4 in

Munich weather by month

Highs run from 36°F to 75°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 44.6 in (1133 mm) of rain and snow.

14°23°32°41°50°59°68°77°36°Jan39°Feb48°Mar58°Apr65°May72°Jun75°Jul74°Aug66°Sep58°Oct47°Nov38°Dec075150
Daily low → high (°F)Monthly rain (mm, right axis)Best months
Monthly climate averages for Munich, 2001–2025
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg high36°F2°C39°F4°C48°F9°C58°F15°C65°F18°C72°F22°C75°F24°C74°F23°C66°F19°C58°F14°C47°F8°C38°F3°C
Avg low24°F-4°C25°F-4°C31°F0°C39°F4°C47°F8°C55°F13°C57°F14°C57°F14°C49°F9°C41°F5°C33°F1°C27°F-3°C
Rain/snow3.1 in78 mm2.4 in61 mm2.8 in72 mm2.7 in69 mm4.9 in124 mm5.6 in143 mm5.4 in138 mm5.6 in143 mm3.7 in95 mm3.1 in80 mm2.4 in62 mm2.7 in68 mm
Humidity91%88%83%78%78%77%77%78%82%86%90%91%
Cloud81%77%68%65%71%68%64%62%63%72%81%82%
Comfort384256747675727182705139

Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 616 m (2,021 ft), close to Munich's own ~515 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.

How we pick the best months

  • Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
  • Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
  • Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
  • Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.

Munich season by season

Winter Dec – Feb

The coldest season, with highs of 36–39°F (2–4°C) and lows down to 24°F (-4°C). It's the driest season, with only about 8.1 in (207 mm) of rain or snow, 18% of the year's total. December – February are cold enough for snow. Comfort scores bottom out in December – February; the season averages 40/100.

Spring Mar – May

Temperatures climb through the season, from 48°F highs in March to 65°F by May. About 10.4 in (265 mm) of rain falls across these months, 23% of the year's total. Nights dip below freezing in March. Comfort peaks here: May ranks with the year's best, and the season averages 69/100.

Summer Jun – Aug

Peak warmth: highs of 72–75°F (22–24°C). It's the wettest season, with about 16.7 in (424 mm) of rain, 37% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 55°F (13°C). June – August score well without being the very best (season average 73/100).

Autumn Sep – Nov

Temperatures slide from 66°F highs in September to 47°F by November. About 9.3 in (237 mm) of rain falls across these months, 21% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 33°F (1°C). Comfort peaks here: September ranks with the year's best, and the season averages 68/100.

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Plan by month

By comfort score: 3 Great, 4 Good, 2 Fair and 3 Tough. Great months: May & June and September. Tap a month for its own guide.

Munich weather questions

When is the best time to visit Munich?

On the climate data, the best time to visit Munich is May and September, scoring up to 82/100 with highs around 66°F (19°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain in September. April and June – August are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

What is the rainiest month in Munich?

June is the wettest month, averaging about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain. February is the driest, with about 2.4 in (61 mm). The yearly total is around 44.6 in (1133 mm).

What is the coldest month in Munich?

January is the coldest, with average lows of 24°F (-4°C) and highs of 36°F (2°C). The warmest is July, with average highs of 75°F (24°C).

Is Munich humid in summer?

Not very: summer (June – August) humidity averages 77%, and highs peak around 75°F (24°C), so it rarely feels sticky.

Does it get below freezing in Munich?

On average, yes: lows fall below 32°F (0°C) in December – March, bottoming out around 24°F (-4°C) in January.

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