Essen Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Essen’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations, monthly averages, and other controlling factors.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from warm to cold in Essen. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 2°C.
The chart below illustrates the average day and night temperatures in Essen throughout the year:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
July, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 84 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. For more information, please visit our Essen Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Belgium Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Belgium. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Essen Temperatures Compared World Wide
Essen’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Essen’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Essen climate page.
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