Climate guide for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Garmisch-Partenkirchen in September

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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September · Germany

Best time to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen in September Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in September

Average temperature 13°C, 105 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

September score

1.7/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Avg temp
13°C
Rainfall
105 mm
Humidity
80%
Days with 6h+ sun
16
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

September in Garmisch-Partenkirchen scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 13°C, 105 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen sits beneath the Zugspitze, with ski slopes, gorges and Bavarian traditions.

September in Garmisch-Partenkirchen: expect compromises

Temperatures hover around 13°C (55°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

105 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.

That is 1.7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Garmisch-Partenkirchen — 7.7 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in September?
In September, Garmisch-Partenkirchen averages 13°C, 105 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
Is September a good time to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
September earns a 1.7/10 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 September?
Expect about 105 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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