Climate Overview
The climate in Prien am Chiemsee is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1630mm of precipitation falls per year. Prien am Chiemsee receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Prien am Chiemsee 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 -5°C. Prien am Chiemsee experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Prien am Chiemsee vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°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
Prien am Chiemsee is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1630mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 198mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 93mm. That's 106mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Prien am Chiemsee receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 295cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 82cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Prien am Chiemsee is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Prien am Chiemsee, which began on June 21, 2026. Prien am Chiemsee 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -5°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 405mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 555mm across the season with a monthly average of 185mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 354mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Expect around 42cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 316mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Expect around 184cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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 Prien am Chiemsee 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.
