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Munich Climate & When to go

  
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The climate in Munich is influenced by it's proximity to the Bavarian Alps.

Spring is mild but can be showery and unpredicatable. As May comes the cafe culture and beer gardens begin to open as the temperatures reach 15 degrees. Summers can be hot and temperatures can reach the 30's. It is then that people flock to the outdoor pools or swim in the river. Autumn is much the same as spring, warm days but chilly evenings but by the time October arrives frost is not unusual. Winters can be cold and temperatures may not rise above zero so remember to bring a warm coat, hat and gloves!

In late September, everything in Munich revolves around the  Oktoberfest. Twelve thunderous guns salute the beginning of the Oktoberfest and the Mayor taps the first barrel to the cry “O’zapft is”. The waiters bring the first steins of beer, the bands start the music and the mighty Ferris wheel begins to turn.

Weather facts and figures:

Average hours of sunshine per year 2000

Summer days temperature over 25 deg      55

Summer days temperature over 30 deg      15

Average number of days rain    190

Subzero days      65

Anytime is a good time to visit Munich as there is always something going on, here are the main events but there are many more:

January

Ice skating at Stachus

February

Fasching

March

Starkbierfest

April

Spring Festival

May

Maibaum

Maidult

June

City Birthday Festival

July

Christopher Street Day (Gay Pride)

Summer Tollwood

Summer Festival Olympic Park

Jakobidult

August

Summer Festival Olympic Park

Bayernmarkt

September

Oktoberfest

October

Auer Dult

November

Winter Tollwood

December

Christmas Market

Winter Tollwood

Ice skating at Stachus

Festivals in Munich

Beer Festival Oktoberfest
Twelve thunderous guns salute the beginning of the Oktoberfest and the Mayor taps the first barrel to the cry “O’zapft is”. The waiters bring the first steins of beer, the bands start the music and the mighty Ferris wheel begins to turn. Finall... more
 6 Fans, Mid Range, Mid Range, in Schwanthaler-Hoehe
Beer Festival Hofbraeu-Festzelt
Probably the most famous tent at the Oktoberfest! This tent is lively, noisy and boisterous from first thing in the morning, in fact you will here the noise before you see the tent! Partner to its famous counterpart in the city the Hofbraeu-Festzelt attracts the... more
 4 Fans, Mid Range, From 9 euros for a one liter glass of beer, in Schwanthaler-Hoehe
 
Beer Festival Hippodrom
A medium sized tent at the Oktoberfest, the Hippodrom is situated to the right of the main entrance. The Hippodrom is managed by one of Munich's finest gastronomes Sepp Kratz and some regard the Hendl (spit roasted chicken) as the finest at the Wies'n. This tent... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, Beer from 8 euros, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
Beer Festival Armbrustschuetzenzelt
Favoured by many Bavarians the Armbrustschuetzenzelt has been at the Oktoberfest since 1895. Since 1935 the German Crossbow Championships have been held in this tent and the walls are adorned by hunting memorabilia such as stags heads. The boxes and balconies ar... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for a beer (one litre), in Schwanthaler-hoehe
 
Beer Festival Hacker-Festzelt
The Hacker-Festzelt is considered by many to be the prettiest at the Oktoberfest. The walls are adorned with paintings of scenes around Munich and the blue sky and clouded ceiling is recognised around the world. This ceiling also gives the tent its alternate nam... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for a one litre stein of beer, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
Beer Festival Schottenhamel
The Schottenhamel is the oldest tent at the Oktoberfest and another famous tent as it is here that the Mayor taps the first barrel on the opening day and until then no beer can be served at the Fest. The tent has been in family hands since the beginning and ther... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for a beer (one litre), in Schwanthaler-hoehe
 
Beer Festival Winzerer Faehndl
Easily located by the Paulaner Tower and the rotating beer stein on the top. The Winzerer Faehndl is located close to the foot of the Bavaria statue.  For Oktoberfest 2010 there will be a new tent structure and the Winzerer Faehndl will be the first to have... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for one litre of beer, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
Beer Festival Schuetzen-Festzelt
Located at the foot of the steps to the Bavaria Statue, the Schuetzen-Festzelt is a medium sized tent at the Oktoberfest. This tent has a cosy atmosphere, but do not be fooled this does not mean it is quiet! This is a favourite with Bavarians and the house speci... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for a litre of beer, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
 
Beer Festival Kaefer Weisn-Schanke
A small tent at the Oktoberfest however Kaefers Wiesn-Schanke is considered to be the VIP tent and where many celebrities can be spotted. The interior resembles an alpine lodge. A lovely beer garden for nice days. Here you can choose from a fairly extensive wine... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for a beer, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
Beer Festival Weinzelt
The Weinzelt is one of the few places to serve something other than beer at the Oktoberfest. The interior resembles an alpine lodge but is fairly dark. It is cosy inside but the band usually dressed in their lederhosen that look like cows really get the crowds g... more
 3 Fans, Mid Range, From 8 euros for beer and 20 euros for a bottle of wine, in Schwanthaler-hoehe
 
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