August · Germany
Best time to visit Berchtesgaden in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Berchtesgaden in August
Average temperature 16°C, 197 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 197 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Berchtesgaden scores 7.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 16°C, 197 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Berchtesgaden is an Alpine base for Königssee, the Watzmann massif, high mountain trails, and Germany's only Alpine national park.
August in Berchtesgaden: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
Temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
197 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Berchtesgaden in August?
- In August, Berchtesgaden averages 16°C, 197 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Berchtesgaden?
- August earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Berchtesgaden in August?
- Expect about 197 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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