Rastow, Germany
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Germany
Rastow is a small town in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 1,618. Elevation: 135 ft (41 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 Rastow
Rastow is a municipality in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district, in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,618 |
| Population Density | 175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.4571°, 11.4315° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Mecklenburg-Vorpommern |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
About Rastow
Rastow is a small town in Germany (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) with a population of 1,618. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Rastow
Rastow has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 614 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.4571°N, 11.4315°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in |
Rastow has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 34°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Rastow
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr.-Ernst-Alban-Schule Rastow | - | - | - | - |
| Regionale Schule Rastow | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rastow
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDR 1 Radio MV | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (Regio Rostock) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NDR 1 Radio MV (HGW) | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mathees Rocksound SN Warnitz | blues rock, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wismar FM | charts, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 40plus (DK) | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Rastow
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alte Synagoge & Hanna-Meinungen-Haus | ||||
| Burgmuseum | ||||
| Feuerwehr-Museum | ||||
| Flippermuseum Schwerin | ||||
| Freilichtmuseum für Volkskunde Schwerin-Mueß | ||||
| Geologisches Museum Raben Steinfeld | ||||
| Historisches Feuerwehrmuseum Plate | ||||
| Mahn und Gedenkstätten Wöbbelin | ||||
| Mecklenburgisches Eisenbahn- und Technikmuseum | ||||
| Museum der Alltagskultur in der Griesen Gegend | ||||
| Museum Grabow | ||||
| Museum Schloss Ludwigslust | ||||
| Natureum | ||||
| Schlossmuseum | ||||
| Staatliches Museum Schwerin | ||||
| Waldglasmuseum | ||||
| Welterbe Schwerin |
Libraries in Rastow
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothek des Landtages Mecklenburg-Vorpommern | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothek Plate | 0.0 | |||||
| Hinterhaus Doktor K. | 0.0 | |||||
| Landesbibliothek Mecklenburg Vorpommern Günther Uecker | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek, Zweigstelle | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbilbiothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rastow
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludwigsluster Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Marktplatz | |||||
| Rathausplatz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Dreescher Markt | |||||
| Wochenmarkt Grunthalplatz |
Restaurants in Rastow
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rastow
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rastow
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rastow
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albers Brauerei | ||||
| Altstadtbrauhaus Zum Stadtkrug | ||||
| Brauerei Hennings | ||||
| Braumanufaktur Ludwigslust |
Stadiums & Teams in Rastow
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rastow
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lübeck Blankensee Airport | LBC | Medium Airport |
| Bobzin Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grambeker Heide Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kammermark Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Klein Gartz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Klietz-Scharlibbe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lüchow-Rehbeck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neu-Gülze Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neustadt-Glewe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Parchim Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Perleberg Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pinnow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rerik-Zweedorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sierksdorf/Hof Altona Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teldau-Amholz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wismar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rastow
What is the population of Rastow?
Rastow has a population of 1,618 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rastow?
Rastow has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.
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