Zugspitze Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Zugspitze experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Zugspitze is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a chilly 4°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -5°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Zugspitze has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1358 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 163 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 81 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Zugspitze enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 6.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 3.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Zugspitze.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 89%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Zugspitze 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June and July.
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 163 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 81 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
