Month guide · Munich · Germany
Munich in July
What July is really like in Munich: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: 2015 Michael 2015, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
July is one of the best months to visit Munich. Expect average highs of 24°C (75°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 15.7 hours of daylight. Warmest month, with open-air concerts and opera; thunderstorms can be heavy.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 24°C (75°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 15.7 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Munich: days average 24°C (75°F) against a yearly average high of 14°C (57°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with June (22°C (72°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 24°C (75°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:29
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 21:10
- Daylight
- About 15.7 hours
Summer (June–August). Long, warm days for beer gardens, river swimming and lake trips, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 4 for crowds (the peak is September at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in September). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Munich Opera Festival (usually July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Park · Olympiapark
Olympiapark
Go up the Olympic Tower on a clear day for the Alpine panorama, or join a guided climb across the stadium roof.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Architecture
Religious site · Altstadt
Asamkirche
Built in the 1730s and 1740s by the Asam brothers as their private church next to their home, this narrow church on Sendlinger Straße is an explosion of late-baroque gold, marble and stucco packed into a tiny space.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Art
- Off the beaten path
Viewpoint · Altstadt
St. Peter's Church tower
Climb when the weather report mentions föhn; it brings crystal-clear views of the mountains.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Photo spot
- Active
Architecture · Altstadt
Odeonsplatz, Theatinerkirche and Hofgarten
Odeonsplatz is framed by the Feldherrnhalle loggia, modelled on Florence's Loggia dei Lanzi, and the ochre baroque Theatine Church.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- History
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 24°C, lows near 14°C and 13 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Munich?
One of the best months to visit Munich, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May–June, September and December. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Munich?
It is one of the best months to visit Munich. Warmest month, with open-air concerts and opera; thunderstorms can be heavy.
+How warm is Munich in July?
Average highs are around 24°C (75°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Munich in July?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.