Climate Overview
The climate in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1656mm 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: July, August, 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 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1656mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 138mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 212mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 82mm. That's 129mm less than May, 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 271cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 61cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/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
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, which began on March 20, 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 July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 420mm across the season with a monthly average of 140mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 591mm across the season with a monthly average of 197mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Expect around 47cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 288mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Expect around 146cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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.
