Coldest Cities in Bavaria

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Bavaria

1 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 37°F

2 Murnau am Staffelsee 37°F

3 Oberammergau 37°F

4 Mittenwald 38°F

5 Lenggries 38°F

6 Grafenau 43°F

7 Bischofswiesen 43°F

8 Berchtesgaden 43°F

9 Bad Reichenhall 43°F

10 Schönau am Königssee 43°F

11 Weitnau 44°F

12 Oberstaufen 44°F

13 Weiler-Simmerberg 44°F

14 Immenstadt im Allgäu 44°F

15 Lindenberg 44°F

16 Freyung 45°F

17 Auerbach 46°F

18 Kempten (Allgäu) 46°F

19 Blaichach 46°F

20 Sonthofen 46°F

21 Pfronten 46°F

22 Oberstdorf 46°F

23 Durach 46°F

24 Waltenhofen 46°F

25 Füssen 46°F

26 Mitterteich 46°F

27 Pommelsbrunn 46°F

28 Kemnath 46°F

29 Erbendorf 46°F

30 Münchberg 46°F

31 Berg 46°F

32 Windischeschenbach 46°F

33 Wunsiedel 46°F

34 Schwarzenbach an der Saale 46°F

35 Marktredwitz 46°F

36 Rehau 46°F

37 Speichersdorf 46°F

38 Arzberg 46°F

39 Selb 46°F

40 Parsberg 46°F

41 Schnaittach 46°F

42 Hersbruck 46°F

43 Velburg 46°F

44 Sulzbach-Rosenberg 46°F

45 Altdorf bei Nürnberg 46°F

46 Berching 46°F

47 Greding 46°F

48 Seubersdorf 46°F

49 Dietfurt 46°F

50 Coburg 47°F

51 Rödental 47°F

52 Ebersdorf 47°F

53 Weitramsdorf 47°F

54 Neustadt bei Coburg 47°F

55 Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz 47°F

56 Postbauer-Heng 47°F

57 Lauf an der Pegnitz 47°F

58 Pyrbaum 47°F

59 Riedenburg 47°F

60 Freystadt 47°F

61 Burgthann 47°F

62 Leinburg 47°F

63 Burkardroth 47°F

64 Bischofsheim in der Rhön 47°F

65 Bad Brückenau 47°F

66 Bad Neustadt an der Saale 47°F

67 Ingolstadt 48°F

68 Gaimersheim 48°F

69 Tirschenreuth 48°F

70 Waldsassen 48°F

71 Vohburg an der Donau 48°F

72 Miltenberg 48°F

73 Vilseck 48°F

74 Pfreimd 48°F

75 Kümmersbruck 48°F

76 Amberg 48°F

77 Weiden 48°F

78 Hahnbach 48°F

79 Schwandorf in Bayern 48°F

80 Schwarzenfeld 48°F

81 Nabburg 48°F

82 Grafenwöhr 48°F

83 Neustadt an der Waldnaab 48°F

84 Hirschau 48°F

85 Wernberg-Köblitz 48°F

86 Stockheim 48°F

87 Naila 48°F

88 Hengersberg 48°F

89 Deggendorf 48°F

90 Viechtach 48°F

91 Kötzting 48°F

92 Zwiesel 48°F

93 Regen 48°F

94 Plattling 48°F

95 Schöllnach 48°F

96 Waldmünchen 49°F

97 Vohenstrauß 49°F

98 Oberviechtach 49°F

99 Neunburg vorm Wald 49°F

100 Marktheidenfeld 49°F

The coldest cities in Bavaria experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Garmisch-Partenkirchen has an average annual temperature of just 37°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 37°F average, Garmisch-Partenkirchen experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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