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Ratingen offers a quiet, family-friendly lifestyle just a short commute from Düsseldorf, blending suburban comfort with easy city access. Tree-lined streets and well-kept neighborhoods give a distinctly residential feel, ideal for those prioritizing space and calm without being isolated. Housing is more affordable than in major German cities, though selection can be limited and competition exists for larger homes. Public transport gets you where you need to go, but having a car makes life significantly easier. While healthcare and safety meet solid German standards, the city lacks a visible expat community, meaning integration requires a bit more initiative.
Population
91,606
Area
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Density
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Founded
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Language
German
Districts & Neighborhoods in Ratingen
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Climate & Weather in Ratingen
Ratingen has a temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with mild summers, cool winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term climate data show average annual temperatures around 11°C, annual precipitation roughly 900-1000 mm, and humidity near 79-84%, consistent with northwestern Germany’s maritime influence.
Summer Average
19°C
Winter Average
4°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
159
Sunny Days
120
Humidity
79%
Spring
March - May
6-14°C
Spring is cool to mild, with temperatures rising steadily and changeable weather. Rain showers are common, but longer dry and brighter spells become more frequent toward May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
16-25°C
Summer is generally comfortable rather than hot, with average highs in the low to mid-20s°C and occasional warmer days. Rainfall remains fairly regular, so unsettled periods and showers are still common.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-16°C
Autumn is cool, often cloudy, and increasingly wet as the season progresses. Temperatures decline gradually, and windy or damp days become more frequent in late autumn.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
1-6°C
Winter is cold but usually not severe, with frequent cloudy conditions and periodic frost. Snow can occur, but rain and drizzle are more common than long-lasting snow cover.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Ratingen
Advantages
Ratingen
Excellent Rhine Valley location
Strong industrial job market
Close to Düsseldorf amenities
Well-connected public transport
Affordable housing costs
Family-friendly community
Disadvantages
Ratingen
Limited nightlife options
Few universities nearby
Dependent on car travel
Quiet, lacks cultural vibrancy
Safety & Security in Ratingen
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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Ratingen
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: 97/100
No data for Ratingen — showing hazard indicators from nearby Düsseldorf (~9 km).
