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Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Dachau throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): Average 7.4–14.9°C, mild climate, but rainfall gradually increases, with May being the rainiest month. Common activities: Outdoor walks, visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, comfortable long pants or skirt.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 19.5–20.9°C, warm and comfortable, occasional rainfall. Common activities: Picnics in the park, cycling. Recommended clothing: Short-sleeved shirts, shorts, light and breathable clothing.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 15.8–5.9°C, temperatures gradually decrease, and rainfall is also higher. Common activities: Visiting museums, enjoying the autumn scenery. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirts, comfortable pants.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 3.0–5.3°C, cold and dry, relatively little rainfall. Common activities: Indoor visits, museums. Recommended clothing: Thick coat, scarf, gloves, hat.

Weather in Dachau

Annual average temperature: approx. 11.5°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 990 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: May

Dachau weather by month

Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
2.4°C
41
February
5.3°C
34.9
March
7.4°C
40.5
April
9.2°C
72.6
May
14.9°C
136.8
June
19.5°C
98.3
July
20.9°C
86.6
August
20.6°C
136.3
September
15.8°C
109
October
12.9°C
62.3
November
5.9°C
93.2
December
3°C
78.7

7-day weather forecast for Dachau

10/29
Thursday
Sunny
12.1°C/3.3°C
10/30
Friday
Sunny
11.7°C/2.5°C
10/31
Saturday
Sunny
11.4°C/1.3°C
11/1
Sunday
Sunny
10.6°C/2.7°C
11/2
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
6°C/1.7°C
11/3
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
5.7°C/3.1°C
11/4
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
5.6°C/1.7°C

Dachau travel FAQs and useful info

How long do you need to visit Dachau?

You should plan to spend at least half a day approximately 4 hours at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site to adequately explore the grounds and exhibitions. This time allows for a meaningful experience, but if you are short on time you will need to prioritize your key interests. The site is extensive and it's important to allow enough time to view the various exhibitions and understand the historical context of the memorial. There are important resources and information available at the Visitors' Center so you'll want to factor in time to utilize these. The walk from Dachau train station to the memorial site itself takes about 45 minutes and follows the route many prisoners took to reach the camp. This walk can be an integral part of your visit. If you have limited time focus on the specific exhibitions or areas that are most important to you.

What not to wear to Dachau?

It is not permitted to wear any article of clothing or symbols whose manufacturing or sale is generally associated with right-wing extremist groups.

Do I need to book Dachau in advance?

Opening hours of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Admission is free pre-registration is not necessary.

How much does it cost to go to Dachau concentration camp?

Admission to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site is free and no prior reservation is needed for entry. However there is a fee for parking at the site and tickets are required for paid guided tours for individual visitors which cost €4 per person and can be purchased at the Visitor Center. Site Admission is Free. Guided Tours cost €4 per person for visitors aged 13 and over. Parking fees apply for cars and motorcycles.

What are the key exhibits at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site?

The Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site features several key exhibits that provide insight into its history. These include the main camp gate with the infamous slogan 'Arbeit macht frei' the formerSS barracks the administration building the prisoner barracks and the crematorium area. The main exhibition in the former maintenance building offers a comprehensive historical overview of the camp's establishment its function as a model for other camps and the suffering of the prisoners.