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Garmisch-Partenkirchen weather in December (Bavaria, Germany)

Curious about the December weather in Garmisch-Partenkirchen? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Garmisch-Partenkirchen generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -7°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 85 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen. July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Garmisch-Partenkirchen climate page with graphs.

 

Garmisch-Partenkirchen, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 85 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Innsbruck, Austria (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in December

Find out more about the weather in Germany in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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