Garmisch-Partenkirchen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July to a very cold 1°C (34°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 10°C (50°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Garmisch-Partenkirchen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1738 mm (68 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Garmisch-Partenkirchen bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 217 mm (8.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 92 mm (3.6 in) over 16 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Garmisch-Partenkirchen Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.8 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 61%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year