Weather & Climate in Korbach, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Korbach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 58.3 sq mi (150.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 420/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2756°N, 8.8730°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
229 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 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 6 km SE of Burgschwalbach, Germany | M4.3 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2004 | 2 km ENE of Nickenich, Germany | M4.2 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jul 26, 2000 | 6 km ESE of Holzhausen an der Haide, Germany | M4.0 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2011 | 4 km NE of Nassau, Germany | M3.9 | 127 km | 12 km |
| Nov 29, 1997 | 7 km N of Taunusstein, Germany | M3.9 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 26, 1990 | 1 km SE of Steinbach am Taunus, Germany | M3.8 | 126 km | 24 km |
| Feb 9, 2003 | 1 km SE of Saffig, Germany | M3.7 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jul 30, 1997 | 1 km ENE of Miehlen, Germany | M3.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 1990 | 0 km ENE of Bad Soden am Taunus, Germany | M3.5 | 129 km | 32 km |
| Jan 24, 2001 | 3 km N of Rath, Germany | M3.5 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 1998 | 3 km E of Dachsenhausen, Germany | M3.4 | 138 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 (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 188 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Korbach has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 32°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (2.2").