Osten, Germany
Lower Saxony · Germany
Osten is a small town in Lower Saxony, Germany with a population of 2,030. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°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 Osten
Osten is a municipality in the district of Cuxhaven, in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is situated on the river Oste. Osten also means "East" in German.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,030 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6971°, 9.1889° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Lower Saxony |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.2 inches (1,249 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.3 inches (46 cm) |
About Osten
Osten is a small town in Germany (Lower Saxony) with a population of 2,030. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Osten
Osten has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (1.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 859 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 24.4 sq mi (63.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6971°N, 9.1889°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in |
Osten has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Osten
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Basbeck | - | - | - | - |
| Grundschule Osten | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Osten
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mittelweser | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NSR Stadtradio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Welle Nord Region Heide | schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| deutschFM | deutschfm, neudeutsch | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Osten
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria | ||||
| Bachmann-Museum Bremervörde | ||||
| Börde-Museum | ||||
| Detlefsenmuseum | ||||
| Deutsches Zementmuseum | ||||
| Findorff-Haus | ||||
| Heimat- und Buddelmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatstube Oberndorf | ||||
| Hemmorium | ||||
| Historische Seilerei / Reeperbahn | ||||
| Historischer Kornspeicher | ||||
| Kameramuseum Beidenfleth | ||||
| Kanalmuseum ATRIUM | ||||
| Kehdinger Küstenschiffahrtsmuseum | ||||
| Museumsstellwerk Glückstadt | ||||
| Natureum Niederelbe | ||||
| Naturkundemuseum Wilster | ||||
| Norddeutsches Radiomuseum | ||||
| Stadtgalerie im Elbeforum | ||||
| Stuhmer Museum | ||||
| Waldmuseum Wingst |
Libraries in Osten
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei Brokdorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei Bremervörde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Osten
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt in Himmelpforten |
Hotels in Osten
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Osten
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Osten
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Osten
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Osten
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Osten
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Osten
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Osten
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bremen Airport | BRE | Large Airport |
| Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport | XFW | Medium Airport |
| Hohn Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase | FCN | Medium Airport |
| Ahrenlohe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aukrug Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blexen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fischbek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Große Höhe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heide-Büsum Airport | HEI | Small Airport |
| Hellingst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Höpen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hüttenbusch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Itzehoe Hungriger Wolf Airfield | IZE | Small Airport |
| Karlshöfen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kührstedt-Bederkesa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lauenbrück Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nordholz-Spieka Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Offenbüttel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Osterholz-Scharmbeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rendsburg-Schachtholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rotenburg (Wümme) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sankt Michaelisdonn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sankt Peter-Ording Airport | PSH | Small Airport |
| Schleswig-Kropp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Seedorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stade Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tarmstedt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Uetersen-Heist Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verden-Scharnhorst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wenzendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Weser-Wümme Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Osten
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sankt-Michaelis-Kirche | |
| St. Petri Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Osten
What is the population of Osten?
Osten has a population of 2,030 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 24.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Osten?
Osten has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.
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