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| Temp (°C) | 20° 10° | 22° 7° | 23° 11° | 21° 13° | 23° 10° | 22° 11° | 19° 10° |
| Precipitation | 44% | 15% | 31% | 100% | 10% | 100% | 36% |
| Humidity | 67% | 68% | 70% | 76% | 72% | 71% | 71% |
| Wind | 13 km/h | 11 km/h | 17 km/h | 13 km/h | 8 km/h | 22 km/h | 10 km/h |
Best time to visit Munich
May, June, September and October are the highest-rated months, offering mild to warm conditions for sightseeing, parks and day trips, though rain is possible. December is also rated highly for Advent markets, while September and early October include Oktoberfest events and larger crowds; June to August can bring disruptive thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds.
JanuaryTemp (°C)-1°Rain (mm)47Sun Hours4Dry Days6
January is wintry, around -4°C to 2°C, with short, cold days and occasional snow. Museums and indoor sightseeing suit the season.
FebruaryTemp (°C)-1°Rain (mm)22Sun Hours4Dry Days8
February is cold and relatively dry, around -3°C to 4°C. Crisp days suit museums and city walks, though snow and icy spells remain possible.
MarchTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)37Sun Hours6Dry Days11
March is cool, around 0°C to 9°C, with changeable spring weather. Pack for chilly mornings, occasional rain and possible late snow.
AprilTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours9Dry Days14
April is mild but unsettled, around 4°C to 13°C. Rain showers and cool spells can interrupt walks, while museums and historic sights work well.
MayTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)64Sun Hours9Dry Days11
May is mild, around 8°C to 18°C, with comfortable conditions for parks, galleries and day trips. Rain remains possible, so carry a light waterproof.
JuneTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)63Sun Hours10Dry Days12
June is warm, around 12°C to 21°C, with long days and frequent rain. Severe thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds can disrupt outdoor plans.
JulyTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)59Sun Hours10Dry Days13
July is warm, around 13°C to 23°C, with frequent showers and thunderstorms. Severe storms, hail and gusty winds can interrupt sightseeing.
AugustTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)52Sun Hours11Dry Days14
August is warm, around 13°C to 23°C, with changeable weather and regular summer rain. Severe thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds remain possible.
SeptemberTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)38Sun Hours9Dry Days17
September is mild, around 10°C to 19°C, with comfortable sightseeing weather. Oktoberfest fills late-month calendars, bringing lively events and larger crowds.
OctoberTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours5Dry Days18
October is cool, around 5°C to 13°C. Early-month Oktoberfest events and autumn city walks are possible, with rain and chilly evenings requiring layers.
NovemberTemp (°C)4°Rain (mm)26Sun Hours5Dry Days19
November is chilly, around 1°C to 7°C, with short days and frequent grey weather. Indoor attractions suit the month, while rain or early snow can affect walks.
DecemberTemp (°C)2°Rain (mm)45Sun Hours4Dry Days9
December is cold, around -2°C to 3°C, with possible snow and festive Advent markets. Short daylight and wintry weather favour a compact city itinerary.
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Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Day Tour from Munich
Cost: From 81.64 USD · Duration: 10.5 hours · ★ 4.4 (7,555 reviews)
Join us on an unforgettable journey through the Bavarian mountains, where King Ludwig II's dream castles, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof magnificient UNESCO World Heritage. This tour from Munich will take you to these two extraordinary castles, allowing you to experience Bavaria's grandeur and picturesque mountain scenery in one magical day. Thanks t
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour from Munich by Train
Cost: From 62.71 USD · Duration: 5 hours · ★ 4.8 (6,070 reviews)
Venture out of Munich by local transport for a comprehensive tour through the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. An authorized guide will show you the many remaining historic buildings, and give you the story of what happened in this terrible place between 1933 and 1945. Today, the former Nazi concentration camp is a place of memory, pilgrima
Third Reich Walking Tour Munich
Cost: From 44.96 USD · Duration: 2.5 hours · ★ 4.7 (4,572 reviews)
Many of Munich's buildings carry the secrets of a dark past. Just six decades ago, Munich bore the official title, Hauptstadt der Bewegung, the Capital of the Nazi Movement. This was the city that the Allied Supreme Commander General Eisenhower called 'the cradle of the Nazi beast'. Find out why on this fascinating walking tour.
Salzburg Sightseeing Day Trip from Munich by Rail
Cost: From 93.47 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.6 (3,499 reviews)
Take a day trip to the home town of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart on a guided full-day rail tour from Munich to Salzburg. Considered one of the jewels in the crown of Europe, the city of Salzburg has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, framed by the majestic backdrop of the snow-capped Alps and famed for its old-world glamour.
Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour
Cost: From 59.16 USD · ★ 4.9 (2,093 reviews)
We are the only regularly scheduled Munich ghost tour with a living, breathing, English-speaking guide, and the only ghost tour that includes alcohol. Our guides are true believers and extremely passionate about our city's ghosts and legends. No costumes, cheesy jump scares, or other gimmicks - just true spooky tales and legends of ghosts, monsters
Bavarian Beer and Food Evening Tour in Munich
Cost: From 85.18 USD · Duration: 3.5 hours · ★ 4.7 (1,727 reviews)
Prost! Munich is the beer capital of the world. Home of the beer-halls, beer-gardens, beer-cellars and the legendary Oktoberfest. They've been brewing 'liquid bread' here for 3000 years and they do it better than anyone else. In the company of a local guide, take an evening to travel into the heart of Munich's beer culture. Drink where locals drink
Romantic Road Rothenburg and Harburg Castle Day Tour from Munich
Cost: From 85.48 USD · Duration: 11 hours · ★ 4.3 (1,479 reviews)
Enjoy the green landscape from our state with our panoramic windows. See the famous romantic road from our comfortable seats. The first stop reaches the medieval castle Harburg. This is a very well-preserved baroque construction. The guides give you an overview about the thirty-year-war and other historical events. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a cha
Brief
- Oktoberfest is scheduled for 19 September to 4 October 2026 at Theresienwiese. Expect very high visitor numbers, crowded public transport, and limited accommodation during the festival. Reserve lodging and restaurant tables well in advance.
- Try Munich specialties including weisswurst, Bavarian pretzels, roast pork, obatzda, and local beer. At Oktoberfest, drink responsibly and use public transport or an official taxi after leaving the festival grounds.
- Munich is well connected by U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and regional trains. Allow extra time for journeys around Theresienwiese during Oktoberfest and major football matches.
Safety and health
- Germany has excellent medical facilities, but treatment can be expensive for visitors. Carry travel health insurance; EU visitors should bring a European Health Insurance Card where applicable. (
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- Tap water is generally safe to drink. Do not drink from sources marked “Kein Trinkwasser.” (
- If hiking or visiting wooded and grassy areas around Bavaria, use tick precautions and check for ticks afterward, as tick-borne diseases are a regional concern. (
- Pharmacies are marked “Apotheke”; some medicines that are sold over the counter elsewhere require a prescription in Germany. (
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