Munich, Germany Clear Sky Chart

Munich, Germany (48.14°, 11.58°) · Updated 02:03 CET
3
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low · Forecast stability

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Probably skip tonight
Heavy cloud expected but bright moonlight limits faint objects. High dew risk, so optics will fog without dew heaters.
Sunset
17:01
Sunrise
06:54
Usable Hours
0/5
Moon
89%
Visible Planets
♂ Mars51° SE
♃ Jupiter45° SE
♄ Saturn43° S
⛢ Uranus63° S
♆ Neptune41° S
Sky darkness
City sky (Bortle 8-9)
SQM 18.3, estimated from satellite night lights. A property of the place, separate from tonight’s score. How we estimate this
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Stargazing in Munich, Germany

Munich's proximity to the Alps provides both a dramatic southern horizon and access to higher-altitude observing sites with less atmospheric disturbance. The Bavarian countryside south of the city reaches Bortle 4 within 40 minutes. Germany's southernmost major city benefits from relatively clear Alpine föhn wind conditions. The Wendelstein Observatory in the nearby Bavarian Alps sits at 1,838m for serious observers.

Munich, Germany Stargazing FAQ

Where can I stargaze near Munich?∨
The Bavarian countryside south of Munich reaches Bortle 4 within 40 minutes. The Alps provide higher-altitude sites with less atmospheric disturbance. The Wendelstein Observatory sits at 1,838m for serious observers.
Does Munich's Alpine location help stargazing?∨
Yes — the Alps provide access to higher-altitude observing sites above the boundary layer, and Alpine föhn wind conditions can bring remarkably clear skies. The trade-off is that mountain weather can be unpredictable.
When is the best time to stargaze in Munich?∨
Late autumn and winter offer the longest nights. Föhn wind events in autumn can bring exceptional transparency. Summer nights are short but the Bavarian Alps are pleasant for warm-weather observing.

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