Handewitt, Germany
Schleswig-Holstein · Germany
Handewitt is a small city in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany with a population of 6,152. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°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 Handewitt
Handewitt is a municipality in the district of Schleswig-Flensburg, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is situated near the border with Denmark, approximately 7 km west of Flensburg.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,152 |
| Population Density | 151 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.7667°, 9.3333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Schleswig-Holstein |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.7 inches (856 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.6 inches (12 cm) |
About Handewitt
Handewitt is a small city in Germany (Schleswig-Holstein) with a population of 6,152. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Handewitt
Handewitt has an average annual temperature of 8.8°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 843 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 40.9 sq mi (105.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.7667°N, 9.3333°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Handewitt has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 34°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Handewitt
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanved Danske Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Siegfried-Lenz-Schule Handewitt | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Handewitt
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skala FM (DK) | hits, local radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Alfa Gold (DK) | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Diablo (AAC) (DK) | news, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Diablo (DK) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Haderslev (DK) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Norea Radio (DK) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Handewitt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahrenviölfelder Torfpresse | ||||
| artefact | ||||
| Braasch Rum Manufaktur Museum | ||||
| Dorfmuseum Handewitt | ||||
| Eiszeithaus | ||||
| Fischereimuseum | ||||
| Flensburger Schifffahrtsmuseum | ||||
| Frøslev Camp | ||||
| Globushaus | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Wanderup | ||||
| Hjemmeværnsmuseet | ||||
| Idstedt-Gedächtnishalle | ||||
| Industrial museum copper mill | ||||
| Mekanisk Museum | ||||
| Mellem Slesvigs Grænser | ||||
| Museum Christian Lassens Mindegaard | ||||
| Museumsberg Flensburg | ||||
| Museumswerft | ||||
| Naturwissenschaftliches Museum Flensburg | ||||
| Oldemorstoft Museum Sønderjylland | ||||
| Papirmuseets By | ||||
| Phänomenta | ||||
| Schloss Glücksburg | ||||
| Straagaards Smedje | ||||
| Tauchermuseum Flensburg | ||||
| Valsgaard | ||||
| Waldmuseum Glücksburg | ||||
| Wehrgeschichtliches Ausbildungszentrum (WGAZ) | ||||
| Yachting Heritage Centre - Robbe & Berking Museum |
Libraries in Handewitt
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bov Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Harrislee | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Husby | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Tarp | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Tingleff | 0.0 | |||||
| Büchereizentrale Schleswig-Holstein des Büchereivereins Schleswig-Holstein e.V. | 0.0 | |||||
| Dansk Centralbibliotek for Sydslesvig | 0.0 | |||||
| Dansk Centralbibliotek For Sydslesvig | 0.0 | |||||
| Leihverkehrs- und Ergänzungsbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Offener Bücherschrank | 0.0 | |||||
| Slesvig Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Flensburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Glücksburg | 0.0 | |||||
| Tinglev Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Zentrale Hochschulbibliothek Flensburg | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Handewitt
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mühlenhof | |||||
| Schlei-Markt | |||||
| Südermarkt |
Hotels in Handewitt
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Handewitt
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Handewitt
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Handewitt
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Handewitt
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Handewitt
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Handewitt
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Handewitt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltic Brewery | ||||
| Frisk Bryg produktionslokale |
Stadiums & Teams in Handewitt
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Handewitt
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hohn Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Kolding Vamdrup Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Schleswig Air Base | WBG | Medium Airport |
| Skrydstrup Air Base | SKS | Medium Airport |
| Sønderborg Airport | SGD | Medium Airport |
| Aukrug Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aventoft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bredstedt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flensburg-Schäferhaus Airport | FLF | Small Airport |
| Haderslev Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heide-Büsum Airport | HEI | Small Airport |
| Husum-Schwesing Airport | QHU | Small Airport |
| Kruså-Padborg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neumünster Airport | EUM | Small Airport |
| Nordborg Pøl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Offenbüttel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rendsburg-Schachtholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rødekro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sankt Peter-Ording Airport | PSH | Small Airport |
| Schleswig-Kropp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tønder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Handewitt
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Deutsche Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Handewitt
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kirche Handewitt |
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What is the population of Handewitt?
Handewitt has a population of 6,152 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 40.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Handewitt?
Handewitt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.
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