Weather & Climate in Bacharach, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bacharach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 12.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 9.1 sq mi (23.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 230/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.0573°N, 7.7695°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
835 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Jul 22, 2002 | 2 km ENE of Haanrade, Netherlands | M4.8 | 150 km | 17 km |
| Feb 23, 2008 | 3 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M4.5 | 102 km | 2 km |
| Aug 3, 2007 | 2 km SE of Wehr, Germany | M4.4 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 2 km SSE of Vaals, Netherlands | M4.3 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany | M4.3 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 2000 | 4 km NW of Rheinbach, Germany | M4.3 | 91 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2004 | 2 km ENE of Nickenich, Germany | M4.2 | 50 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2001 | Germany | M4.2 | 120 km | 1 km |
| Jan 3, 2008 | 2 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M4.1 | 102 km | 1 km |
| Sep 11, 1999 | 4 km SSE of Britten, Germany | M4.0 | 101 km | 2 km |
| Mar 17, 2002 | 1 km SE of Stolberg, Germany | M4.0 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jul 26, 2000 | 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany | M4.0 | 23 km | 10 km |
| Jun 14, 2000 | 4 km ESE of Kédange-sur-Canner, France | M4.0 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2011 | 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany | M3.9 | 32 km | 12 km |
| Feb 13, 2005 | 4 km NW of Heusweiler, Germany | M3.9 | 99 km | 1 km |
| Jan 26, 2008 | 2 km NE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M3.9 | 102 km | 1 km |
| Sep 25, 2001 | 2 km WNW of Nalbach, Germany | M3.9 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 2006 | 1 km ESE of Nalbach, Germany | M3.9 | 103 km | 1 km |
| Jan 5, 1998 | 1 km WSW of Morsbach, France | M3.9 | 119 km | 11 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium | M3.9 | 150 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 67 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in |
Bacharach has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 34°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").