Westerland, Germany
Schleswig-Holstein · Germany
Westerland is a small city in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany with a population of 9,032. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°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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People
Climate
| Population | 9,032 |
| Population Density | 2,241 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9079°, 8.3033° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Schleswig-Holstein |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (783 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
About Westerland
Westerland is a small city in Germany (Schleswig-Holstein) with a population of 9,032. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Westerland
Westerland has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.9°C), the coldest is Feb (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 693 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,241/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.9079°N, 8.3033°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.0 in |
Westerland has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.5").
Schools in Westerland
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemeinschaftsschule | - | - | - | - |
| Nordkamp-Schule | - | - | - | - |
| Gymnasium Sylt | - | - | - | - |
| Sankt Nicolai Schule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Westerland
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR P4 Syd (AAC) (DK) | regional radio | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Globus Guld (DK) | oldies | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Fratz | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| DR P4 Esbjerg (AAC) (DK) | regional radio | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Radio Ådalen - Ødsted (DK) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| DR P4 Syd (DK) | regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DR P4 Esbjerg (DK) | regional radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Klitholm (DK) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Klitholm - Det Ny Kanal 1 (DK) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Westerland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altfriesisches Haus | ||||
| Elmeere e.V. | ||||
| Erlebniszentrum Naturgewalten Sylt | ||||
| Feuerwehrmuseum | ||||
| Museum Kunst der Westküste | ||||
| Nationalparkhaus „Arche Wattenmeer“ | ||||
| Naturschutzgemeinschaft Sylt e.V. | ||||
| Naturzentrum Amrum | ||||
| Naturzentrum Braderup | ||||
| Stadtgalerie | ||||
| Sylt Museum | ||||
| Tønnisgård Naturcenter | ||||
| Wattlabor |
Libraries in Westerland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferring Stiftung | 0.0 | |||||
| Sylt Bibliothek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Westerland
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wochenmarkt |
Hotels in Westerland
27 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Westerland
53 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Westerland
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Westerland
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Westerland
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Westerland
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Westerland
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Westerland
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Westerland
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Westerland
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Westerland
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Westerland
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Westerland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biar-Brauhüs |
Stadiums & Teams in Westerland
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Westerland
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Esbjerg Airport | EBJ | Medium Airport |
| Westerland Sylt Airport | GWT | Medium Airport |
| Aventoft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bolhede Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bramming Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bredstedt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Helgoland-Düne Airport | HGL | Small Airport |
| Holsted Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rømø Beach Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sankt Peter-Ording Airport | PSH | Small Airport |
| Tønder Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wyk auf Föhr Airport | OHR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Westerland
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postpartnerfiliale |
Treatment Centers in Westerland
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AOK Nordseeklinik | ||
| AOK Nordseeklinik - Haus Saltkrokan | ||
| Fachklinik Sylt | ||
| Fachklinik Sylt HaVaMuK | ||
| Haus Schwalm-Eder | ||
| Insel-Klinik Sylt | ||
| Nordseesanatorium Marienhof | ||
| Reha-Zentrum Utersum | ||
| Syltklinik |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Westerland
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dorfkirche Sankt Niels | |
| Evangelisch-Freikirchliche Gemeinde | |
| Neuapostolische Kirche | |
| Sankt Christophorus | |
| Sankt Nicolai | |
| Stallkirche |
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Public Holidays in Germany
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What is the population of Westerland?
Westerland has a population of 9,032 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 2,241 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Westerland?
Westerland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.
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