Wacken, Germany
Schleswig-Holstein · Germany
Wacken is a small town in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany with a population of 1,844. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°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 Wacken
Wacken is a municipality near the town of Itzehoe in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Wacken was first mentioned in 1148, but there were probably some settlements before, which is proven by the trove of Germanic artefacts.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,844 |
| Population Density | 536 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.0208°, 9.3760° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Schleswig-Holstein |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.6 inches (1,183 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.2 inches (46 cm) |
About Wacken
Wacken is a small town in Germany (Schleswig-Holstein) with a population of 1,844. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Wacken
Wacken 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 866 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.0208°N, 9.3760°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Wacken has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 34°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Wacken
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundschule Wacken | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wacken
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDR 1 Welle Nord Region Heide | schlager | MP3 128 kbps | |
| deutschFM | deutschfm, neudeutsch | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Wacken
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ausstellungshaus M.1 | ||||
| Detlefsenmuseum | ||||
| Deutsche Zweiradsammlung Walter Thede | ||||
| Dithmarsium | ||||
| Dorfmuseum | ||||
| Dörpsmuseum | ||||
| Hablik Lounge | ||||
| Heimatmuseum Lägerdorf | ||||
| Heimatmusuem | ||||
| Kameramuseum Beidenfleth | ||||
| Kanalmuseum ATRIUM | ||||
| Kehdinger Küstenschiffahrtsmuseum | ||||
| Kreismuseum Prinzeßhof | ||||
| Museumsstellwerk Glückstadt | ||||
| Naturkundemuseum Wilster | ||||
| Steinzeitpark Dithmarschen | ||||
| Steinzeitpark Dithmarschen | ||||
| Wenzel-Hablik-Museum |
Libraries in Wacken
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bücherei Brokdorf | 0.0 | |||||
| Bücherei Hanerau-Hademarschen | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Gemeindebücherei Hohenlockstedt | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbibliothek Itzehoe | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadtbücherei | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wacken
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bürgermeister-Golz-Platz | |||||
| Wochenmarkt | |||||
| Wochenmarktplatz |
Hotels in Wacken
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wacken
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wacken
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wacken
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wacken
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wacken
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wacken
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wacken Brauerei GmbH & Co KG |
Stadiums & Teams in Wacken
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wacken
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport | HAM | Large Airport |
| Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport | XFW | Medium Airport |
| Hohn Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Schleswig Air Base | WBG | Medium Airport |
| Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase | FCN | Medium Airport |
| Ahrenlohe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aukrug Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bredstedt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fischbek Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hartenholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heide-Büsum Airport | HEI | Small Airport |
| Hellingst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holtorfsloh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Husum-Schwesing Airport | QHU | Small Airport |
| Hüttenbusch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Itzehoe Hungriger Wolf Airfield | IZE | Small Airport |
| Karlshöfen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kührstedt-Bederkesa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neumünster Airport | EUM | Small Airport |
| Nordholz-Spieka Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Offenbüttel Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rendsburg-Schachtholm 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 |
| Uetersen-Heist Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wenzendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wacken
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hermes |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wacken
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Heiligen-Geist-Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wacken
What is the population of Wacken?
Wacken has a population of 1,844 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 536 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wacken?
Wacken has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.
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