Bakum, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Bakum is a small city in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 5,678. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bakum
Bakum is a municipality in the district of Vechta, in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is situated in the Vechta district in western Lower Saxony. Bakum lies on the A1 freeway between Bremen and Osnabrück.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,678 |
| Population Density | 195 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7412°, 8.1955° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.2 inches (741 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.3 inches (11 cm) |
About Bakum
Bakum is a small city in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 5,678. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Bakum
Bakum has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.3°C), the coldest is Jan (2°C). Average annual precipitation is 687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 29.2 sq mi (75.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 195/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7412°N, 8.1955°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Bakum has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Bakum
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katharinen school | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Lüsche | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bakum
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| deutschrap | deutschrap, german rap | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Melodic Radio | melodic rock, rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Deutschrap-Deluxe von laut.fm | deutschrap, hiphop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NurseFM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| A Passing Feeling | alternative, indie | MP3 128 kbps | |
| OS-Radio | pop music, regional | MP3 192 kbps | |
| AngelsFox-Radio | discofox+schlager | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Oldenburg Eins (oeins) | local radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Bakum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altes Hälterhaus | ||||
| Bredemeyers Hof | ||||
| Dr. Helmut-Ottenjann-Halle | ||||
| Druckereimuseum | ||||
| Dümmer Vogelschau | ||||
| Dümmer-Museum Lembruch | ||||
| Fliegerhorst Ahlhorn | ||||
| Fliegerhorst Ahlhorn | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Aschen | ||||
| Heimatverein Bakum e.V. | ||||
| Heimatverein Visbek e.V. | ||||
| Historische Scheune | ||||
| Industrie Museum Lohne | ||||
| Landleben Austellung | ||||
| Landmaschinen Dauerausstellung | ||||
| Moortunnel | ||||
| Mühlenmuseum | ||||
| Museum im Kloster | ||||
| Museum im Zeughaus | ||||
| Museumsdorf Cloppenburg | ||||
| Ostdeutsche Heimat- und Trachtenstuben | ||||
| Pferdezuchtmuseum | ||||
| Schweger Mühle | ||||
| Selingsmühle | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Stadtmuseum | ||||
| Urgeschichtliches Zentrum Wildeshausen |
Libraries in Bakum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei Cappeln | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Hemmelte | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Catharina | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Peter und Paul | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei St. Viktor | 0.0 | |||||
| CAG-Bibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Evangelische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Großenkneten | 0.0 | |||||
| kath. öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Kath.-Öffentliche Bücherei Lage-Rieste | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei Cloppenburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische öffentliche Bücherei St. Georg | 0.0 | |||||
| Katholische Öffentliche Bücherei St. Gertrud | 0.0 | |||||
| Medienforum | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediothek Diepholz | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei St. Bonifatius | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentliche Bücherei Wildeshausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Öffentlicher Bücherschrank | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrheim Bücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Pfarrheim Kroge | 0.0 | |||||
| Samtgemeindebücherei Artland | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Benedikt Bücherei, Visbek | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Jacobus Bücherei Lutten | 0.0 | |||||
| St.Michael | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bakum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Bersenbrück | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Vechta |
Hotels in Bakum
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bakum
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bakum
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Bakum
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bakum
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bakum
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bakum
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bakum
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bakum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Bakum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bakum
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bremen Airport | BRE | Large Airport |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | Large Airport |
| Diepholz Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Atterheide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Zwischenahn-Rostrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barßel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohlenbergerfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohmte-Bad Essen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borghorst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brockzetel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Colnrade Ultralight Field | - | Small Airport |
| Damme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Donstorf UL | - | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Achmer | - | Small Airport |
| Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Große Höhe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hellingst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Melle-Grönegau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oldenburg-Hatten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Osterholz-Scharmbeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Paradiek Lohne bei Vechta | - | Small Airport |
| Porta Westfalica Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Quakenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rheine-Eschendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varrelbusch Airfield | VAC | Small Airport |
| Westerenger Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westerstede-Felde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wiefelstede-Conneforde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bakum
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| Hermes |
Treatment Centers in Bakum
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Fachklinik St. Marienstift | ||
| Fachklinik St. Vitus | ||
| Pro Vita | ||
| REHA- und Sportmedizinisches Zentrum Cloppenburg |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bakum
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Friedhofskapelle | |
| Gethsemanekirche | |
| St. Johannes | |
| St. Josef | |
| St. Vitus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bakum
What is the population of Bakum?
Bakum has a population of 5,678 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 195 people per square mile, spread across 29.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bakum?
Bakum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.
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