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Cuxhaven has a temperate maritime, or oceanic, climate with mild summers, cool winters, and relatively frequent precipitation spread through the year. Long-term climate data show summer daytime temperatures around 23°C in July and winter daytime temperatures around 5°C in January, which fits a cool North Sea coastal setting with limited temperature extremes. The currently observed overcast conditions and 82% humidity are also typical of this moist coastal climate.
Summer Average
18°C
Winter Average
3°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
140
Sunny Days
160
Humidity
82%
Spring
March - May
6-14°C
Spring is cool and changeable, with increasing sunshine and frequent coastal breezes. Rain can occur in any month, but conditions gradually become milder toward late May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
16-23°C
Summer is mild rather than hot, with average daytime highs typically in the upper teens to low 20s Celsius. Humidity remains fairly high and light rain or cloud cover is common.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-16°C
Autumn cools quickly and becomes wetter and windier, especially later in the season. Cloudy days are frequent as North Sea weather systems move through the area.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
0-5°C
Winter is cold but usually not severe by German standards, with temperatures often hovering near freezing and occasional frost. Snow can occur, but rain, drizzle, and overcast skies are more typical in this coastal location.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Cuxhaven
Cuxhaven offers a distinct, maritime-focused lifestyle for those seeking a slower pace of life on the North Sea coast. With a significant expat presence, it is a practical choice for professionals who value fresh air and coastal scenery over the frantic energy of a major metropolis. The community is welcoming, providing a stable environment for families to settle.
While you will benefit from reliable public transport and solid healthcare, the trade-off is a smaller, more localized scale of living. It is a town where life revolves around the tides and the seasons; if you require the endless cultural variety or high-octane networking of a global hub like Berlin or Hamburg, the quietude here may feel restrictive.
Advantages
Cuxhaven
Pristine North Sea beaches
35 cultural heritage sites
32 parks and green spaces
Charming coastal town atmosphere
Fresh seafood and local cuisine
Disadvantages
Cuxhaven
No universities locally
Limited job opportunities
Minimal nightlife options
No coworking spaces
Aging population trends
Safety & Security in Cuxhaven
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Germany Avg
57
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Cuxhaven to Germany averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Cuxhaven
Germany Average
No city-specific data available — showing Germany country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 79/100
No data for Cuxhaven — showing hazard indicators from nearby Hamburg (~93 km).
