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Finsterwalde, Germany
Brandenburg · Germany
Finsterwalde is a small city in Brandenburg, Germany with a population of 18,922. Elevation: 354 ft (108 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 18,922 |
| Population Density | 398 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.6339°, 13.7066° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Brandenburg |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.8 inches (604 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.9 inches (12 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,677 |
About Finsterwalde
Finsterwalde is a small city in Germany (Brandenburg) with a population of 18,922. The city sits at an elevation of 354 feet (108 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Income: Finsterwalde vs Germany
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,677 |
| 65% below Germany avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 738 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,200 |
| 73% below Germany avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $386 |
| 67% below Germany avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 30.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 30.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 69.7% |
| Housing Units | 7,569 |
Property Tax
Climate in Finsterwalde
Finsterwalde has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 47.6 sq mi (123.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 398/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.6339°N, 13.7066°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in |
Finsterwalde has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 32°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.4").
Schools in Finsterwalde
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Nehesdorf | - | - | - | - |
| Janusz-Korczak-Kolleg | - | - | - | - |
| Kreismusikschule "Gebrüder Graun" | - | - | - | - |
| Oscar-Kjellberg-Oberschule Finsterwalde | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Stadtmitte | - | - | - | - |
| Oberstufenzentrum Elbe-Elster - Sozialwesen | - | - | - | - |
| Sängerstadt-Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Nord | - | - | - | - |
| Allgemeine Förderschule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Finsterwalde
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutschrock | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lebkuchen Radio | christmas, weihnachten | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Love On Air 2010 | mixed music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Finsterwalde
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ausstellung Niederlausitzer Museumseisenbahn | ||||
| Bergbaumuseum 'Schachtentwässerungsanlage Klettwitz' | ||||
| Besucherbergwerk F60 | ||||
| Biotürme Lauchhammer | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Bornsdorf | ||||
| Elstermühle Plessa | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum Höllberghof | ||||
| Haus der Heimatgeschichte | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Sallgast | ||||
| Heimatstube | ||||
| Heimatstube Kostebrau | ||||
| Kreismuseum Finsterwalde | ||||
| Kunstgussmuseum Lauchhammer | ||||
| Mobile Welt des Ostens | ||||
| Mühlenhofmuseum | ||||
| Naturparkzentrum erlebnisREICH | ||||
| Niederlausitz-Museum | ||||
| Park der Bergbaurelikte | ||||
| Schulmuseum | ||||
| Technikmuseum | ||||
| Weißgerbermuseum |
Libraries in Finsterwalde
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemeindebibliothek Schipkau | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Finsterwalde | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Kirchhain | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Finsterwalde
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Marktplatz Elsterwerda | |||||
| Wochenmarkt (dienstags und donnerstags) |
Hotels in Finsterwalde
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Finsterwalde
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Finsterwalde
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Finsterwalde
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Finsterwalde
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Finsterwalde
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Finsterwalde
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Finsterwalde
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Finsterwalde
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Finsterwalde
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Finsterwalde
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Finsterwalde
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Finsterwalde
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Finsterwalde
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Finsterwalde
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Finsterwalde
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skizentrum Tännicht Sohland | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Wintersport in Steina | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Elstra | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Finsterwalde
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin Brandenburg Airport | BER | Large Airport |
| Dresden Airport | DRS | Large Airport |
| Holzdorf Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Altes Lager Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brauna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bronkow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottbus-Neuhausen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falkenberg-Lönnewitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finsterwalde-Heinrichsruh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Großenhain Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kamenz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kleinkoschen Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langhennersdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lipová Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mohorn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nardt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oehna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oschatz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pirna-Pratzschwitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pretzschendorf Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Reinsdorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riesa-Canitz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riesa-Göhlis Airport | IES | Small Airport |
| Saarmund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schönhagen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Schwarzheide/Schipkau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spremberg-Welzow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Torgau-Beilrode Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Finsterwalde
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorfkirche Eichholz | |
| Katharinenkirche | |
| Kirche Sankt Maria Mater Dolorosa | |
| Königreichssaal Jehovas Zeugen | |
| Trinitatiskirche (ev.) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
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What is the population of Finsterwalde?
Finsterwalde has a population of 18,922 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 398 people per square mile, spread across 47.6 square miles.
Is Finsterwalde expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,677, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $77,200 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $386 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Finsterwalde?
Finsterwalde has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Finsterwalde?
There are 738 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Finsterwalde?
The median home value in Finsterwalde is $77,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $386. The homeownership rate is 30.3%.