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Nestled along the Neckar River, Horb offers a quiet, orderly German lifestyle with easy access to both Black Forest trails and regional hubs like Stuttgart. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, ideal for families or professionals seeking stability without urban intensity. Housing remains more affordable than nearby cities, and public services—including healthcare and transit—function reliably, though options are modest compared to larger centers. The expat community is small, so integration into local circles requires initiative. While convenience and safety are strengths, those seeking cosmopolitan diversity or vibrant nightlife may find the social scene limited. It’s a place where blending in brings the fullest experience.
Population
25,424
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
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Language
German
Districts & Neighborhoods in Horb am Neckar
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Climate & Weather in Horb am Neckar
Horb am Neckar has a temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with warm summers, cool to cold winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term climate data show average temperatures around 18.7-18.8°C in July-August and about 1-3°C in January-February, with annual humidity around 75-81% and roughly 120 rainy days per year. The current clear-sky weather is consistent with a mild summer pattern, but seasonal averages remain much cooler in winter and moderate in summer.
Summer Average
23°C
Winter Average
2°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
120
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
76%
Spring
March - May
5-18°C
Spring starts cool and becomes mild by May, with frequent changeable weather and increasing sunshine. Rainfall is moderate, and temperatures often rise from single digits in March to the mid-teens by late spring.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
18-26°C
Summer is generally warm and comfortable, with average highs in the low to mid-20s and occasional hotter days above 30°C. Rain falls on a moderate number of days, often as showers or thunderstorms.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
4-20°C
Autumn is cool and increasingly damp, with temperatures dropping steadily from September into November. Cloudier days become more common, and the first frosts can appear late in the season.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-3-5°C
Winter is cold, with average temperatures near freezing and regular frosty nights. Snow can occur, and conditions are often cloudy, damp, and occasionally icy.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Horb am Neckar
Advantages
Horb am Neckar
Picturesque Neckar river valley
Excellent regional train connections
Affordable housing and living costs
Strong local manufacturing economy
Medieval old town charm
Close to Black Forest nature
Disadvantages
Horb am Neckar
Limited job opportunities locally
Weak public transportation
Few entertainment options
Small expat community
Limited higher education access
Safety & Security in Horb am Neckar
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
Germany Avg
56
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
58
Crime & Safety Metrics
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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: 99/100
No data for Horb am Neckar — showing hazard indicators from nearby Balingen (~22 km).
