December · Germany
Best time to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December
Average temperature -1°C, 75 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -1°C
- Rainfall
- 75 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Garmisch-Partenkirchen scores 8.6/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around -1°C, 75 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen sits beneath the Zugspitze, with ski slopes, gorges and Bavarian traditions.
December in Garmisch-Partenkirchen — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
At -1°C (30°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
75 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.5 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Garmisch-Partenkirchen at 8.6/10 (3rd of 12), just behind January at 9.4/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Expect 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December?
- In December, Garmisch-Partenkirchen averages -1°C, 75 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
- December earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in December?
- Expect about 75 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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