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Dornum, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Dornum is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 4,796. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dornum
Dornum is a village and a municipality in the East Frisian district of Aurich, in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is located near the North Sea coast, approx. 15 km east of Norden, and 20 km north of Aurich.
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| Population | 4,796 |
| Population Density | 158 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6465°, 7.4296° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (767 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,434 |
About Dornum
Dornum is a small town in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 4,796. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Dornum vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,434 |
| 62% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 187 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,400 |
| 69% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $442 |
| 62% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.8% |
| Housing Units | 1,918 |
Property Tax
Climate in Dornum
Dornum has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (2.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 910 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 30.4 sq mi (78.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 158/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6465°N, 7.4296°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Dornum has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Dornum
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Realschule Dornum | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Dornum | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dornum
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Nordseewelle (Ostfriesland) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Calypso (NL) | oldies, piratenhits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ostfriesland Bürgerradio | alternative, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| New Wave (RU) | поп-музыка | MP3 128 kbps | |
| New Wave - BestNet Radio (US) | new wave | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wattwerker | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Prog Rock Station - laut.fm | progressive rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wattwerker | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (new) | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle (Friesland & Wilhelmshaven) | pop, regional radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Nordseewelle | - | MP3 |
Museums in Dornum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| alter Rettungsschuppen 2 | ||||
| Altes Zollhaus | ||||
| August-Gottschalk-Haus | ||||
| Automuseum Nordsee | ||||
| Dokumentationsstätte Gnadenkirche Tidofeld | ||||
| Dörpmuseum Münkeboe | ||||
| Druckereimuseum | ||||
| Eisenbahnmuseum Norden | ||||
| Gedenkstätte KZ Engerhafe | ||||
| Gedenkstätte Synagoge Dornum | ||||
| Gulfhof Bengen | ||||
| Historische Schmiede | ||||
| Historischer Rettungsschuppen | ||||
| Historisches Museum | ||||
| Infohaus Altes Wasserwerk | ||||
| Landarbeitermuseum Suurhusen | ||||
| Leben am Meer | ||||
| Miraculum MitMachMuseum | ||||
| Moormuseum Moordorf | ||||
| Mühlenfachmuseum Stiftsmühle Aurich | ||||
| Nationalpark-Haus | ||||
| Norddeich Radio | ||||
| Oll Reef Hus | ||||
| Oma-Freese-Huus | ||||
| Ostfriesisches Teemuseum | ||||
| Schifffahrtsmuseum | ||||
| Schlickmuseum | ||||
| Seemannshus | ||||
| Teilrekonstruktion Kloster Ihlow | ||||
| Vogelwärterhaus | ||||
| Wald- und Moormuseum Berumerfehn | ||||
| Waloseum | ||||
| Wattenhuus | ||||
| Zwei-Siele-Museum |
Libraries in Dornum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fachstelle der Upstalsboom-Gesellschaft | 0.0 | |||||
| Landschaftsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Selbstlernzentrum | 0.0 | |||||
| Spöölstuv | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Esens | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dornum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Am Markt | |||||
| Markthalle | |||||
| Marktplatz Norden | |||||
| Torfmarkt Norden | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt |
Hotels in Dornum
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dornum
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dornum
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Dornum
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Dornum
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dornum
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dornum
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dornum
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dornum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dornum
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wittmundhafen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Alte Ems Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bad Zwischenahn-Rostrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baltrum Airport | BMR | Small Airport |
| Barßel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bohlenbergerfeld Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borkum Airport | BMK | Small Airport |
| Brockzetel Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Emden Airport | EME | Small Airport |
| Flugplatz Leer-Papenburg | - | Small Airport |
| Harlesiel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Helgoland-Düne Airport | HGL | Small Airport |
| JadeWeser Airport | WVN | Small Airport |
| Juist Airport | JUI | Small Airport |
| Langeoog Airport | LGO | Small Airport |
| Norden-Norddeich Airport | NOD | Small Airport |
| Norderney Airport | NRD | Small Airport |
| Oostwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stadskanaal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Steinberg in Surwold Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varrelbusch Airfield | VAC | Small Airport |
| Veendam Glidersite | - | Small Airport |
| Wangerooge Airport | AGE | Small Airport |
| Westerstede-Felde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wiefelstede-Conneforde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Dornum
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AWO Lotte-Lemke-Haus - Gesundheitszentrum der AWO für Mütter und Kinder |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dornum
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gedenkstätte “Synagoge Dornum” | |
| Gemeindehaus Westeraccum | |
| Gemeindehaus Westerbur | |
| Kirche Westeraccum | |
| Kirche Westerbur | |
| Nee Kapellenhuus | |
| Sankt-Marien-Kirche | |
| St.-Bartholomäus | |
| St.-Matthäus-Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dornum
What is the population of Dornum?
Dornum has a population of 4,796 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 158 people per square mile, spread across 30.4 square miles.
Is Dornum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,434, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,400 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $442 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Dornum?
Dornum has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Dornum?
There are 187 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Dornum?
The median home value in Dornum is $88,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $442. The homeownership rate is 68.2%.