Weather & Climate in Bielefeld, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bielefeld experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 109.3 sq mi (283.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,038/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.0333°N, 8.5333°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
243 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 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 2009 | 2 km NW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany | M4.1 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2008 | 2 km WNW of Moers, Germany | M3.6 | 148 km | 1 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2007 | 3 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2003 | 3 km SW of Wesel, Germany | M3.5 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Oct 18, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.4 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Mar 5, 2007 | 1 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.3 | 133 km | 1 km |
| Sep 7, 1995 | 2 km NNW of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2007 | 2 km SW of Essen, Germany | M3.3 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Nov 27, 1991 | 2 km ESE of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 2008 | 3 km NNW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany | M3.3 | 149 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
Bielefeld has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (2.1").