Weather & Climate in Lichtenau, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lichtenau 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 37.9 inches. The area receives 9.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 92.7 sq mi (240.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.6171°N, 8.8967°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
185 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 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2007 | 3 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2001 | 3 km N of Rath, Germany | M3.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Oct 18, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Hünxe, Germany | M3.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2007 | 2 km SW of Essen, Germany | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Nov 27, 1991 | 2 km ESE of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Dec 14, 1991 | 3 km SE of Dortmund, Germany | M3.3 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 1995 | 2 km NNW of Dinslaken, Germany | M3.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2000 | 4 km WSW of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.2 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2007 | 2 km SSW of Schermbeck, Germany | M3.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 1992 | 2 km WNW of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 88 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
Lichtenau has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 32°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.6").