Best Time to Visit Munich

Germany · Oceanic climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)

Best time to visit Munich — city climate guide photo
City photo: Flocci Nivis — via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)

Recommended Months

Based on temperature comfort, low precipitation, and sunshine hours, the best time to visit Munich is:

July → June → August

July scores 57/100 — the highest-rated month for travel.

Monthly Ratings (0-100)

Scores are weighted: temperature comfort (50%), low precipitation (30%), sunshine (20%). Higher is better.

MonthOverall ScoreTemp ComfortPrecipitationSunshineBar
January 0 0 0 0
February 3 6 0 0
March 6 12 0 0
April 13 26 0 0
May 24 49 0 0
June 37 74 0 0
July 41 82 0 0
August 40 80 0 0
September 30 60 0 0
October 20 40 0 0
November 4 8 0 0
December 0 0 0 0

Monthly Temperature Comfort

MonthMean TempComfort Level
January 1.1°C (34.0°F) Cool (0-9°C)
February 4.1°C (39.4°F) Cool (0-9°C)
March 5.3°C (41.5°F) Cool (0-9°C)
April 8.2°C (46.8°F) Cool (0-9°C)
May 12.8°C (55.0°F) Mild (10-17°C)
June 17.9°C (64.2°F) Mild (10-17°C)
July 19.3°C (66.7°F) Warm (18-24°C)
August 19.0°C (66.2°F) Warm (18-24°C)
September 14.9°C (58.8°F) Mild (10-17°C)
October 11.0°C (51.8°F) Mild (10-17°C)
November 4.6°C (40.3°F) Cool (0-9°C)
December 1.9°C (35.4°F) Cool (0-9°C)

Monthly Precipitation Rating

MonthRainfall (mm)Rainy DaysRating
January 58.4 mm 11.0 Moderate
February 76.0 mm 14.6 Wet
March 59.4 mm 14.2 Moderate
April 75.1 mm 14.8 Wet
May 121.0 mm 20.4 Very Wet
June 159.8 mm 20.6 Very Wet
July 98.6 mm 19.6 Wet
August 155.8 mm 19.2 Very Wet
September 105.0 mm 15.4 Very Wet
October 70.2 mm 16.4 Wet
November 80.6 mm 14.0 Wet
December 82.3 mm 15.6 Wet

Monthly Sunshine Rating

MonthSunshine (hrs/day)Rating
January 4.8 hrs Moderate
February 6.5 hrs Good
March 8.2 hrs Excellent
April 9.2 hrs Excellent
May 10.0 hrs Excellent
June 11.7 hrs Excellent
July 11.6 hrs Excellent
August 10.3 hrs Excellent
September 9.2 hrs Excellent
October 6.9 hrs Good
November 5.1 hrs Moderate
December 3.9 hrs Low

Season-by-Season Breakdown

Spring (Mar-May)

Temperature: 8.8°C (47.8°F)

Rainfall: 85.2mm avg

Sunshine: 9.1 hrs/day

Humidity: 71.2%

Rainy Days: 16.5/mo

Mild transitional weather — comfortable for most activities.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Temperature: 18.7°C (65.7°F)

Rainfall: 138.1mm avg

Sunshine: 11.2 hrs/day

Humidity: 72.7%

Rainy Days: 19.8/mo

Mild transitional weather — comfortable for most activities.

Autumn (Sep-Nov)

Temperature: 10.2°C (50.4°F)

Rainfall: 85.3mm avg

Sunshine: 7.1 hrs/day

Humidity: 82.3%

Rainy Days: 15.3/mo

Mild transitional weather — comfortable for most activities.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Temperature: 2.4°C (36.3°F)

Rainfall: 72.2mm avg

Sunshine: 5.1 hrs/day

Humidity: 78.8%

Rainy Days: 13.7/mo

This is the cool season. Pack warm layers and plan indoor activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Munich?

Based on our data-driven analysis, the best months to visit Munich are July, June, August, when temperatures are comfortable, rainfall is lower, and sunshine is plentiful. July scores 57/100, the highest-rated month.

What is the hottest month in Munich?

July is the hottest month with an average temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

What is the coldest month in Munich?

January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 1.1°C (34.0°F).

When is the rainy season in Munich?

June is the wettest month with an average of 159.8mm of precipitation. Munich experiences about 196.0 rainy days per year. The driest month is January with 58.4mm.

What should I pack for a trip to Munich?

Packing recommendations depend on the season of your visit. Based on the climate data, pack lightweight, breathable clothing if visiting during the warm months (July is hottest at 19.3°C). For cooler months, bring layers and a warm jacket (January averages 1.1°C). A waterproof jacket or umbrella is recommended year-round as Munich receives 1142.0mm of annual precipitation. Sun protection is important, especially during months with high UV index.

Writer's Note — James Cooper

Munich's climate is influenced by its proximity to the Alps. I've tracked the data and found that the city experiences warm summers and cold winters, with the famous Oktoberfest in September offering typically pleasant weather. The best time for visiting is May to September, when the beer gardens are open and the city's parks are in full bloom.

Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 48.14°, 11.58°. Timezone: Europe/Berlin. Last updated: 2026-07-30.