Ettal Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Ettal is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 2°C (36°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Ettal has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1660 mm (65 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Ettal can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation spread across 16 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Ettal Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Ettal experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.0 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 3.9 hours in December, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ettal.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 89%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year