Hagen: The Gateway to the Sauerland, Rainy and Green

The weather in Hagen is strongly influenced by its location as the "Gateway to the Sauerland." The proximity to the hills and forests means that Hagen is one of the rainiest cities in North Rhine-Westphalia. The people of Hagen are very familiar with this "Sauerland drizzle" and know that it is the reason for the lush green of the city and its surroundings. An umbrella is a constant and reliable companion here.

Summers are moderately warm and often humid. On sunny days, people are drawn to the banks of the four rivers (Ruhr, Lenne, Volme, Ennepe) or into the extensive city forest. Winters are cool and wet, with snow being more likely in the higher elevations of the nearby Sauerland than in the city itself. The weather in Hagen may not always be sunny, but it is the honest weather of a city deeply rooted in nature. It is a climate that nourishes the forests and shapes the character of the people: down-to-earth and resilient.