Germany Munich Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Munich is moderate
December is moderate for Munich.
Christmas market season — Munich at its most-romantic. Hotels rise 30-50%. Dec 1st-2nd weeks are the value sweet spot.
Travel score
Munich December Weather Stats
Avg High
4°C
Avg Low
-2°C
Rainy Days
11
60mm total
Sunshine
2h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 35
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
28 μg/m³
PM10
50 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
2°C
Nighttime
-4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 35 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas market #1 atmosphere
- Marienplatz Christkindlmarkt
- Glühwein + Bratwurst
- New Year countdown
Cons
- 4/-2°C Korean-December cold
- Dec 29-Jan 2 price spike
- Rain/snow 11 days/month
December Events & Festivals
- Christkindlmarkt - late Nov-Dec 24 (Marienplatz + Sendlinger Tor + Residenz + Englischer Garten 4 main markets)
- New Year's Eve - 12/31
- Korean Christmas holidays
Munich in December — Full Picture
Christmas market season — Munich at its most-romantic. Hotels rise 30-50%. Dec 1st-2nd weeks are the value sweet spot.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like Korean December cold. Heavy down coat, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13.3°C
4.3°C
10.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
22.3°C
12.3°C
12.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.3°C
5°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current4°C
-2.3°C
9.3/mo
Munich Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 9d·50mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -2° | 8d·45mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 1° | 9d·50mm | 4h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 13° | 4° | 10d·60mm | 5h | 65% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 18° | 8° | 12d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 21° | 11° | 13d·110mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 23° | 13° | 13d·120mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 23° | 13° | 12d·110mm | 8h | 67% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 19° | 9° | 10d·80mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 14° | 5° | 9d·70mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 7° | 1° | 9d·60mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 4° | -2° | 11d·60mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
View Other Months
Munich December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Munich?
Munich in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Munich in December?
Munich December averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C.
Does it rain much in Munich in December?
Munich December averages 60mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Munich in December?
Like Korean December cold. Heavy down coat, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Munich in December?
Munich December sunrise is 07:50 and sunset is 16:20, with 8h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Munich in December?
Munich December air quality (AQI) averages 70, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 28μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Munich in December?
In December, Munich is great for Christkindlmarkt 4 main markets, Marienplatz Glockenspiel, Pinakothek + BMW.
Is December peak season in Munich?
Munich December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Best Months to Visit Munich
View Other Months
Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.