City in Bavaria, Germany
Munich weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Munich
May–Sep for beer gardens and Alpine day trips; late Sep–early Oct is Oktoberfest. Dec brings Christmas markets; winters are cold with ski trips nearby.
Munich weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°78 mm
- Feb4°61 mm
- Mar9°72 mm
- Apr14°69 mm
- May18°124 mm
- Jun22°143 mm
- Jul24°138 mm
- Aug23°143 mm
- Sep19°95 mm
- Oct14°80 mm
- Nov8°62 mm
- Dec3°68 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C36°F | -4°C24°F | 78 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| February | 4°C39°F | -4°C25°F | 61 mm | 88% | Cold |
| March | 9°C48°F | -1°C31°F | 72 mm | 83% | Cold |
| April | 14°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 69 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 18°C65°F | 8°C47°F | 124 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 143 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C75°F | 14°C57°F | 138 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C74°F | 14°C57°F | 143 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C66°F | 9°C49°F | 95 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C58°F | 5°C41°F | 80 mm | 86% | Cool |
| November | 8°C46°F | 1°C33°F | 62 mm | 90% | Cold |
| December | 3°C38°F | -3°C27°F | 68 mm | 91% | Cold |
Best months across Germany
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Munich | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Hamburg | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Frankfurt | May–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Cologne | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Dresden | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Heidelberg | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Düsseldorf | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Leipzig | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Stuttgart | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Nuremberg | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Black Forest | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Freiburg | May–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Rothenburg ob der Tauber | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | Jun–Sep, Dec–Feb | Jul (24°C) |
| Bremen | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Munich?
May–Sep. May–Sep for beer gardens and Alpine day trips; late Sep–early Oct is Oktoberfest. Dec brings Christmas markets; winters are cold with ski trips nearby.
When is the rainy season in Munich?
Rain peaks in June with about 143 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Munich?
July, with average highs of 24°C (75°F).
How cold does Munich get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (24°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- MVV Munich transport
- Munich Airport
- Munich tourist office
- LMU Klinikum
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.