Weather & Climate in Kirchen, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kirchen 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.8085°N, 7.8863°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
487 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 | 126 km | 17 km |
| Aug 3, 2007 | 2 km SE of Wehr, Germany | M4.4 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 2000 | 4 km NW of Rheinbach, Germany | M4.3 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany | M4.3 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 2 km SSE of Vaals, Netherlands | M4.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2004 | 2 km ENE of Nickenich, Germany | M4.2 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 2009 | 2 km NW of Kamp-Lintfort, Germany | M4.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 1 km SW of Ulestraten, Netherlands | M4.0 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jul 26, 2000 | 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany | M4.0 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2002 | 1 km SE of Stolberg, Germany | M4.0 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany | M3.9 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2011 | 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany | M3.9 | 52 km | 12 km |
| Nov 18, 1990 | 1 km SSW of Kaub, Germany | M3.8 | 82 km | 28 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | Belgium | M3.8 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | 0 km WSW of Wijlre, Netherlands | M3.8 | 141 km | 10 km |
| May 26, 1990 | 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany | M3.8 | 87 km | 24 km |
| Apr 13, 1992 | 3 km WSW of Koningsbosch, Netherlands | M3.8 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2008 | 1 km N of Rheurdt, Germany | M3.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 1992 | 0 km WSW of Schilberg, Netherlands | M3.7 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 2003 | 1 km SE of Saffig, Germany | M3.7 | 58 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 (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 102 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Kirchen has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 33°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.6").