Geography of Munich
Geography of Munich: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Munich
Neuschwanstein Castle is 56 mi to the south-west, Zugspitze is 57 mi to the south-west, Salzburg is 72 mi to the east and Lake Constance is 108 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 48°8′6.4″N 11°34′55.2″E (48.1351, 11.582)
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Summary
Munich is a city in Germany. Munich is known for Oktoberfest and Bavarian Alps access. It has a population of about 1.5 million.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Munich with partly cloudy. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 56°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Munich is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 27°F.
The closest major airport is Munich Airport (MUC), about 18 mi away. Nearby highlights include Neuschwanstein Castle, Zugspitze, Lake Constance and Swiss National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is 9.5°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Munich today at 9.1/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Munich month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 27° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 34° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 36° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 42° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 49° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 58° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 59° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 59° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 52° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 45° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 47° | 35° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 31° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Munich?
Munich is a city in Germany. Its coordinates are 48.1351, 11.582. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Munich right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 64% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Munich?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Munich, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Munich in?
Munich observes Europe/Berlin (UTC+02:00). The local time is 8:21 PM.
How many people live in Munich?
Munich has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Munich?
The closest airports are Munich Airport (MUC), 18 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 148 mi away and Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 182 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Munich?
Popular options include Neuschwanstein Castle, Zugspitze, Lake Constance, Swiss National Park, Lake Lucerne and Lake Bled.
What places are in Munich?
Munich covers 1 places in this atlas, including Munich Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 8:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
