Climate Overview
The climate in Munich is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1088mm of precipitation falls per year. Munich receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Munich 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 -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 107cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Munich 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 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Munich is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1088mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 126mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 60mm. That's 66mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 107cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 44cm.
Wind
Munich is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
4 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Munich, which began on March 20, 2026. Munich 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 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 4 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 256mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 351mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 233mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 7°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 247mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Expect around 84cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 Munich 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.
