Denmark is southmost located of Scandinavian countries. It is relatively small and plain land. In fact most of its territory lies lower than 50 m (164ft.) above sea level. It has moderate maritime climate with mild winters and cool summers. Rapid temperature changes are not usual for weather in Denmark unlike slow change of seasons, which is completely common. In addition local climate is humid. Almost half of a year it rains here (170 days with precipitation per year).

Denmark is surrounded by waters of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. Territory of the country also includes 409 islands of the Danish Archipelago. The country offers wide variety of seaside activities, carefully preserved nature and historical heritage.

 

Climate and Season

 

Contents:

• Bornholm
• Lolland
• Moen
• Skagen
• Funen

Bornholm

Bornholm is the island in the Baltic Sea in 170 km (105.6 miles) away from Copenhagen between shores of Sweden and Poland. Its hilly relief (highest point is 163 m or 535 ft.) is the sunniest land in whole Denmark. Rocky coasts alternate with dunes and forests.

Climate in Bornholm by Seasons

Spring on Bornholm is warm and dry. From March to May temperature grows by 10 degrees from 7°C (44°F) to 17°C (62°F) respectively with about 110 mm (4.3 inches) of precipitation per season. Summer is even warmer with average temperature in range between 19°C (66°F) and 22°C (71°F). In addition it is the rainiest season.

Through autumn air cools down to 7°C (44°F) at October. Winter is the only season with negative temperature (below 32°F) and only at night. Daytime average is between 2°C (35°F) and 3°C (37°F).

Climate and Seasonality by Month

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
+1°C  34°F	0°C  32°F	+1°C  34°F	+5°C  41°F	+9°C  48°F	+14°C  57°F
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Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
+17°C  63°F	+17°C  63°F	+14°C  57°F	+10°C  50°F	+6°C  43°F	+3°C  37°F
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t° - average; ⛱ - beach; ⛹ - health

Lolland

Fourth biggest of Danish islands  has plain relief and mild climate. It is important recreational and agricultural part of the country. It is known as Flat Island for its highest point lies on 25 m (82 ft.) a.s.l. Lolland is the land of picturesque beaches, forests, hills and carefully protected nature.

Climate in Lolland by Seasons

Weather on Lolland is similar to climate of the rest country. It is humid and mild in terms of temperature. Average high temperature of spring grows from 7°C (44°F) at March to 16°C (61°F) at May, precipitation is moderate. At summer average high temperature lies within the range of 18-22°C (64-71°F) with probability of 28°C (82°F).

At September warmth is still here yet it decreases to 17°C (62°F) to become cool 8°C (46°F) at November. Winter is relatively warm with its 3-4°C (37-39°F). However at January and February it may be cooler with -1°C (30°F) or even -7°C (19°F) at coldest days.

Climate and Seasonality by Month

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
+2°C  36°F	+3°C  37°F	+4°C  39°F	+7°C  45°F	+12°C  54°F	+15°C  59°F
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Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
+18°C  64°F	+18°C  64°F	+14°C  57°F	+10°C  50°F	+6°C  43°F	+3°C  37°F
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t° - average; ⛹ - health

 

Moen (Møn)

 

Moen is the island located in 130 km from Copenhagen. It is famous for its magnificent white chalk cliffs 128 meters (420 ft.) high. In addition there is Aborrebjerg that is one of the highest points of Denmark. It rises 143 meters ( 470 ft.) a.s.l. Among lime stones on the shores of the Moen there are some remains of prehistoric creatures.

Climate in Moen by Seasons

Climate of the island is mild humid and windy due to its location and flat relief. Spring temperature average gradually increases from 7°C (44°F) at March to 16°C (61°F) at May. Summer with its average of 21°C (70°F) is perfect time to visit the island. Yet there is some chance to catch 28°C (82°F) of local heat. Autumn in terms of temperature is reversed spring unless slightly rainier. At winter there are no frosts and temperature barely goes below 3°C (37°F).

Climate and Seasonality by Month

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
+2°C  36°F	+1°C  34°F	+3°C  37°F	+6°C  43°F	+10°C  50°F	+15°C  59°F
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Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
+17°C  63°F	+17°C  63°F	+15°C  59°F	+10°C  50°F	+6°C  43°F	+3°C  37°F
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t° - average; ⛹ - health

Skagen

Skagen is the Danish town which is located on the northern tip of Jutland peninsula. It is washed by waters of Skagerrak and Kattegat Straits. Grenen cape is located between the North and Baltic Seas and only 3 km (1.8 miles) away from the city. Also it is washed by the Gulf Stream. But swimming where the seas are merge is strictly prohibited for it is too dangerous. Anyway Skagen is one of the most popular resorts in Denmark for there are 65 km (40 miles) of open, safe and clean beaches.

Climate in Skagen by Seasons

Along with the Bornholm Skagen is on one of the sunniest and the warmest places in whole country. Spring begins with 6°C (43°F) and warms the air up to 16°C (61°F) at May. Pleasant warmth of summer remains in range between 18°C (64°F) and 20°C (68°F). At autumn temperature gradually drops from 17°C (62°F) at September to 7°C (44°F) at November. Through winter temperature will be 3-4°C (37-39°F).

Climate and Seasonality by Month

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
0°C  32°F	0°C  32°F	+2°C  36°F	+5°C  42°F	+10°C  50°F	+14°C  58°F
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Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
+16°C  60°F	+16°C  60°F	+13°C  55°F	+10°C  49°F	+5°C  41°F	+2°C  36°F
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t° - average; ⛹ - health

Funen

Funen is the third largest island f Denmark. Like other lands of the country it has flat relief with gentle sloping hills and highest point of 131 m (430 ft.) a.s.l. Guides are often include South Funen archipelago (group of islands of different sizes) as part of route.

Climate in Funen by Seasons

Climate of the island is mild with pronounced influence of the Baltic Sea. Precipitation is distributed almost evenly over a year so there is no pronounced rainy season. Weather is just humid in general. Temperature ranges are similar to the rest of the country. Springs bring gradual warming from 7°C (44°F) to 16°C (61°F) and at summer air warms up to 21°C (70°F). Air temperature at autumn slowly decreases from 17°C (44°F) at September to 8°C (46°F) at November. Winter is relatively warm with its 3-4°C (37-39°F) of daytime average. Temperatures in negative range (below 32°F) occur only at night.

Climate and Seasonality by Month

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
0°C  32°F	0°C  32°F	+2°C  36°F	+6°C  43°F	+11°C  52°F	+15°C  58°F
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Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
+16°C  61°F	+16°C  61°F	+13°C  56°F	+9°C  49°F	+5°C  40°F	+2°C  36°F
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t° - average; ⛹ - health