Munich · December
Low seasonGermany · Europe
Max Temp · December
5°
at night -1° · avg 2°
- Sunshine
- 2 h/day
- Rain Days
- 7 days
below average
45 mm · changeable
In Munich, December is 21°C cooler than the warmest month (July).
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 4° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 24° | 20° | 15° | 8° | 5° |
MINMIN | -2° | -2° | 0° | 4° | 9° | 13° | 14° | 13° | 10° | 6° | 2° | -1° |
☀️Sunshine | 2h | 4h | 5h | 6h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 3h | 2h |
🌧Rain Days | 6d43mm | 4d31mm | 5d28mm | 4d35mm | 9d80mm | 7d80mm | 7d74mm | 8d74mm | 6d55mm | 5d43mm | 5d36mm | 7d45mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Munich — with highs of only 4°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in July and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 4°C during the day and drop to -1°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 2 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (45 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Munich in December
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Munich?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Munich (Score: 21/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Munich in December?
- In December, Munich sees daily highs of 4°C. Nights cool to -1°C, with a daily average of 1°C.
- How much rain falls in Munich in December?
- In December, Munich receives an average of 45 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Munich get in December?
- Munich averages 2 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.