When is the best time to go to Skagen?

When is the best time to go to Skagen? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Skagen are June, July, August and September
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • February is the coldest month of the year
  • The rainiest months are August and October
  • The best months for swimming are July and August


Annual weather in Skagen

For full information about the climate and weather in Skagen a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 36°F/40°F
1.9in
February 36°F/38°F
1.6in
March 38°F/41°F
1.4in
April 45°F/47°F
1.2in
May 50°F/54°F
1.9in
June 58°F/61°F
2in
July 63°F/67°F
2.6in
August 63°F/65°F
3.5in
September 59°F/61°F
2.4in
October 52°F/54°F
2.9in
November 47°F/49°F
2.4in
December 40°F/43°F
2in


Weather and climate in Skagen

Skagen enjoys a temperate oceanic climate (with warm summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Skagen is 52°F (ranging from 38°F in february to 67°F in july). Annual rainfall is 25.5in, with a minimum of 1.2in in april and a maximum of 3.5in in august.
  • From january to march the climate is very unfavorable. the thermometer goes up to 41°F°C and it rains about 1.4in each month.
  • Between april and may the climate is bad. By early evening, the temperature averages 54°F and you can expect to have 1.9in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In the month of june the climate is just OK. The record temperature this month is 70°F and, in june, 3 days of rain are expected.
  • Between the months of july and august the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 74°F and it rains about 21% of the time in august.
  • In the month of september the climate is not good, but still OK. In average, on the morning it is 59°F and it rains about 2.4in each month.
  • From october to november the climate is unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 47°F.
  • In the month of december the climate is very bad. The record temperature this month is 52°F and, in december, 3 days of rain are expected.

Skagen :



Charts: temperature and rainfall in Skagen

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Skagen: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Skagen

Find out when Skagen has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Skagen

  • Very low season in Skagen
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, November and December.
  • Low season in Skagen
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April, May, September and October.
  • High season in Skagen
    The number of visitors to Skagen is high in: June and August.
  • Peak season in Skagen
    The largest number of tourists visiting Skagen is during: July.

Figure: Visitor index for Skagen month by month



Best time for low prices in Skagen

Average prices of hotels in Skagen month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Skagen. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, July is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


Other cities and places near Skagen

Best time to go to Denmark

Chargement en cours
Legend: Skagen other locations

Change units