Weather & Climate in Altenbeken, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Altenbeken experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
62°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 30.6 sq mi (79.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 317/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7646°N, 8.9420°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
165 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| May 16, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Dec 14, 1991 | 3 km SE of Dortmund, Germany | M3.3 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2007 | 2 km SW of Essen, Germany | M3.3 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Dortmund, Germany | M3.2 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1998 | 2 km N of Werne, Germany | M3.2 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2007 | 2 km SSW of Schermbeck, Germany | M3.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 1992 | 4 km W of Lanstrop, Germany | M3.2 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Dec 19, 1994 | 2 km SE of Kamen, Germany | M3.2 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 1998 | 0 km ESE of Fröndenberg, Germany | M3.2 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 2000 | 2 km ENE of Kamen, Germany | M3.2 | 88 km | 1 km |
| Jan 4, 2000 | 4 km WSW of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.2 | 99 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Altenbeken has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 33°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.7").