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Weather & Climate in Herford, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Herford 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. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,534/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.1146°N, 8.6734°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
194 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 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 62 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2007 | 3 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.5 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Oct 18, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.4 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Dec 14, 1991 | 3 km SE of Dortmund, Germany | M3.3 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2007 | 1 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.3 | 145 km | 1 km |
| Sep 7, 1995 | 2 km NNW of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2007 | 2 km SW of Essen, Germany | M3.3 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Nov 27, 1991 | 2 km ESE of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 18, 1998 | 2 km N of Werne, Germany | M3.2 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2000 | 4 km WSW of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.2 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 1992 | 2 km WNW of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 91 km | 10 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 | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 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 |
Herford 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 February the driest (2.2").