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Berchtesgaden Climate by Month

Berchtesgaden experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Berchtesgaden is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -7°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Berchtesgaden has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1942 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Berchtesgaden experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 232 mm in June, the wettest month, and 115 mm in November, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Berchtesgaden can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Salzburg, Austria (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Salzburg, Austria (18 KM, 11 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Berchtesgaden in Germany

During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Berchtesgaden?
    Rainy season in Berchtesgaden occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Berchtesgaden?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Berchtesgaden?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Berchtesgaden?
    June tops the wettest month list with 232 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Berchtesgaden?
    November is the driest month with 115 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Berchtesgaden?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 223 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Berchtesgaden

    Sun   Nov 24
    13°C | 5°C
    S 7 km/h
    0.3 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    14°C | 4°C
    S 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Nov 26
    10°C | 4°C
    S 4 km/h
    4.5 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain