German calendar for exchange students: complete guide

Preparing for your international experience in Germany? Mastering the basics of the German calendar is essential for your journey of Learn languages and adapt to everyday life during your interchange. In this guide, we'll explore the months, days of the week, and seasons in German, plus valuable tips on the weather and the best times to visit the country.

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Months of the year in German

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Knowing the months in German is essential for Study abroad. Here's the full list:

1. Januar (yah-noo-ahr) - January
2. February (fay-broo-ahr) - February
3. März (mehrtz) - March
4. April (ah-pril) - April
5. Mai (my) - May
6. Juni (yoo-nee) - June
7. Juli (yoo-lee) - July
8. August (ow-goost) - August
9. September (zehp-tehm-ber) - September
10. Oktober (ok-toh-ber) - October
11. November (no-vehm-ber) - November
12. Dezember (de-tsem-ber) - December

Pronunciation tip: To indicate that an event occurs in a particular month, use the word “im”: im Januar (in January).

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Days of the week in German

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Knowing the days of the week is crucial for your personal growth and adaptation to the German routine:

1. Montag (mohn-tahk) - Monday
2. Dienstag (deens-tahk) - Tuesday
3. Mittwoch (mit-vock) - Wednesday
4. Donnerstag (don-ers-tahk) - Thursday
5. Friday (fry-thank) - Friday
6. Samstag (zahms-tahk) - Saturday
7. Sonntag (zon-tahk) - Sunday

Cultural tip: In Germany, the weekend (Wochenende) generally includes Saturday and Sunday, with most stores closed on Sundays.

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Seasons in German

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Understanding the seasons is essential to make the most of your international experience:

1. Frühling (frew-ling) - Spring (March to May)
2. Sommer (zom-mer) - Summer (June to August)
3. Herbst (hehrpst) - Fall (September to November)
4. Winter (Vin-Ter) - Winter (December to February)

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The climate in Germany throughout the year

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Knowing the weather will help you better prepare for your interchange:

• springtime: Variable time, with the saying “April, April, er macht, was er will” (April, do what you want) illustrating this characteristic well.
• summertime: Generally warm, with average temperatures of 23°C in cities like Berlin.
• Autumn: Mild temperatures, with beautiful colorful landscapes.
• wintertime: It can be very cold, especially in the northeast of the country.

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Best time to visit Germany

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For those who are planning their interchange, it is important to consider:

• Less busy months: March to May and the end of October to November.
• More economic periods: Mid-January to mid-March for cheaper airfares and lodging.
• summertime: June to August are the hottest and most lively months, especially in cities like Berlin.

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Practical tips for exchange students

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1. Date format: In Germany, dates are written in the format Day.Month.Year (25.10.2020).
2. Work week: Generally Monday through Friday, with Sundays off in most cases.
3. Summer time: Germany follows daylight saving time, so be aware of time changes during your exchange.

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Be Easy

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Mastering the calendar and understanding the German climate are important steps to ensure a international experience successful. At Be Easy Exchange, we're here to help you not only with the language, but with all the practical aspects of life in Germany.

Ready to start your journey in Germany? Contact us today for a free consultation. We'll help you plan the best time for your exchange and ensure you're prepared for every season of your new adventure!