Skagen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Skagen is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Skagen, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in August to a chilly 5°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Skagen receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 819 mm. The seasons in Skagen, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 100 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 45 mm over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Skagen Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Skagen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 92%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 86%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Skagen in Denmark
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 100 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 308 hours of sunshine.
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