Climate Overview
The climate in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1698mm of precipitation falls per year. Garmisch-Partenkirchen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Garmisch-Partenkirchen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Garmisch-Partenkirchen vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1698mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 141mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 218mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 84mm. That's 134mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Garmisch-Partenkirchen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 374cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 83cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, which began on June 21, 2026. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 417mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 624mm across the season with a monthly average of 208mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Expect around 68cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Expect around 203cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Garmisch-Partenkirchen based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
