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Munich, Germany

The climate in Munich is temperate, with annual average temperatures spanning 3°C / 38°F during January up to 23°C / 74°F in July.

Rainfall averages about 82 mm / 3.2 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in May (115 mm / 4.5 inches) and the driest in February (56 mm / 2.2 inches).

The UV index ranges from 2 in December to 7 in June, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.

The longest days occur in June with around 16 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 8.4 hours.

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Climate overview

Climate at a glance

The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Munich.

Temperature range

Typical highs and lows

High23.1°C
Low-3.4°C

The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.

Rain pattern

Wettest point of the year

115 mm

May carries the highest typical rainfall load.

Sun exposure

Typical peak UV band

Moderate (4.8)

A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.

Daylight window

Seasonal daylight range

8 hrsto16 hrs

Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.

Wind profile

Typical breeze strength

10 km/h

February is typically the breeziest month.

Humidity

Typical moisture range

72 %to85 %

A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.

When should I go?

Our top-rated months for visiting Munich, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions

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How Munich compares

See how it ranks against the rest of Germany for key metrics.

HOTTEST (AVG)
in Germany
#2 / 2
COOLEST (AVG)
in Germany
#1 / 2
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Germany
#1 / 2
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Germany
#2 / 2
HIGHEST UV
in Germany
#1 / 2
MOST HUMID
in Germany
#1 / 2

Short term outlook

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Travel planning FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.

How does the weather in Munich feel over the year?

On a typical year, you can expect highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows near 5°C (41°F). Conditions usually feel cool in the daytime and cold once the sun goes down. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.

When is the best time to visit Munich for dry weather?

The driest month is usually February, with around 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain. In contrast, May is the wettest month, so that’s when you’re most likely to need a raincoat or umbrella.

When is sun exposure strongest in Munich?

UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels are often high (around 7). Regular sunscreen and a hat are recommended.

Does it snow in Munich?

Yes. Snowfall is possible, and it peaks in January, when averages reach around 0.6 cm. Winters are when you're most likely to see snow on the ground.

Is Munich a windy place?

Across the year, average winds sit around 10 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 62 km/h (39 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.

How much daylight does Munich get?

On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.

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