Weather & Climate in Salzhemmendorf, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Salzhemmendorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 390 ft (119 m) |
| Area | 56.2 sq mi (145.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.0670°N, 9.5872°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
73 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 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Nov 18, 2000 | 2 km ENE of Kamen, Germany | M3.2 | 140 km | 1 km |
| Dec 19, 1994 | 2 km SE of Kamen, Germany | M3.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1998 | 2 km N of Werne, Germany | M3.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 1992 | 2 km WNW of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2001 | 4 km NE of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 1998 | 0 km ESE of Fröndenberg, Germany | M3.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Feb 13, 2001 | 2 km SE of Lanstrop, Germany | M3.1 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 1996 | Germany | M3.1 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 1994 | 2 km W of Kamen, Germany | M3.1 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1999 | 3 km N of Wickede, Germany | M3.1 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 1998 | 6 km W of Welver, Germany | M3.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Salzhemmendorf has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 34°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (2.2").