September · Germany
Best time to visit Berchtesgaden in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Berchtesgaden in September
Average temperature 12°C, 143 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
6.5/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 143 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Berchtesgaden scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 11 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.
September in Berchtesgaden — middling scores, decent value
Temperatures hover around 12°C (54°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
143 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 5th 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.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Berchtesgaden — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Berchtesgaden in September?
- In September, Berchtesgaden averages 12°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Berchtesgaden?
- September earns a 6.5/10 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 September?
- Expect about 143 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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