Weather & Climate in Essen, Belgium
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Essen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 21.9 sq mi (56.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 875/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.4679°N, 4.4690°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Brussels |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
205 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Apr 13, 1992 | 1 km W of Kessenich, Belgium | M5.4 | 99 km | 21 km |
| Jul 22, 2002 | 2 km ENE of Haanrade, Netherlands | M4.8 | 131 km | 17 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Niel-bij-As, Belgium | M4.8 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium | M4.3 | 116 km | 20 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 2 km SSE of Vaals, Netherlands | M4.3 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 3 km ENE of Heijen, Netherlands | M4.2 | 110 km | 6 km |
| Jul 24, 2009 | 2 km NW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany | M4.1 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Aug 29, 1992 | 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France | M4.1 | 142 km | 18 km |
| Jul 28, 1995 | 23 km W of Petten, Netherlands | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 1 km SW of Ulestraten, Netherlands | M4.0 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2002 | 1 km SE of Stolberg, Germany | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium | M3.9 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium | M3.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | 0 km WSW of Wijlre, Netherlands | M3.8 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 2001 | 7 km W of Egmond aan Zee, Netherlands | M3.8 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 1992 | 3 km WSW of Koningsbosch, Netherlands | M3.8 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 1993 | 0 km NW of Kessenich, Belgium | M3.8 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2008 | 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium | M3.8 | 93 km | 4 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | Belgium | M3.8 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 1992 | 0 km WSW of Schilberg, Netherlands | M3.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Essen has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.9").