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Best Time to Visit Aarhus

For the most comfortable weather in Aarhus, aim for May – September. June tops our comfort score at 86/100, with highs around 66°F (19°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

Aarhus, Denmark
Best months
May – Sep
Toughest
Dec – Feb
Warmest
Jul · 70°F
Coldest nights
Feb · 30°F
Wettest
Aug · 3.4 in
Driest
Apr · 1.7 in

Aarhus weather by month

Highs run from 37°F to 70°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 31.4 in (798 mm) of rain.

14°23°32°41°50°59°68°77°37°Jan37°Feb42°Mar51°Apr60°May66°Jun70°Jul69°Aug63°Sep54°Oct46°Nov40°Dec050100
Daily low → high (°F)Monthly rain (mm, right axis)Best months
Monthly climate averages for Aarhus, 2001–2025
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg high37°F3°C37°F3°C42°F6°C51°F11°C60°F15°C66°F19°C70°F21°C69°F21°C63°F17°C54°F12°C46°F8°C40°F4°C
Avg low31°F-1°C30°F-1°C32°F0°C38°F3°C45°F7°C52°F11°C56°F13°C56°F13°C51°F11°C45°F7°C39°F4°C34°F1°C
Rain2.6 in65 mm2.0 in52 mm1.9 in47 mm1.7 in44 mm2.2 in55 mm2.9 in73 mm3.2 in82 mm3.4 in86 mm2.7 in69 mm3.3 in85 mm2.9 in73 mm2.6 in67 mm
Humidity94%92%89%84%81%81%82%84%86%90%93%95%
Cloud83%81%72%61%61%61%64%66%66%71%79%82%
Comfort394249678086848382644939

Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 44 m (144 ft), close to Aarhus's own ~12 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.

How we pick the best months

  • Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
  • Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
  • Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
  • Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.

Aarhus season by season

Winter Dec – Feb

The coldest season, with highs of 37–40°F (3–4°C) and lows down to 30°F (-1°C). About 7.2 in (184 mm) of rain falls across these months, 23% of the year's total. Nights dip below freezing in January & February. Comfort scores bottom out in December – February; the season averages 40/100.

Spring Mar – May

Temperatures climb through the season, from 42°F highs in March to 60°F by May. It's the driest season, with only about 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain, 18% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 32°F (0°C). May is among the best-scoring months (season average 65/100).

Summer Jun – Aug

The warmest stretch of the year, with highs of 66–70°F (19–21°C). It's the wettest season, with about 9.5 in (241 mm) of rain, 30% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 52°F (11°C). Comfort peaks here: June – August rank with the year's best, and the season averages 84/100.

Autumn Sep – Nov

Temperatures slide from 63°F highs in September to 46°F by November. About 8.9 in (227 mm) of rain falls across these months, 28% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 39°F (4°C). September is among the best-scoring months (season average 65/100).

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Plan by month

By comfort score: 5 Great, 2 Good, 2 Fair and 3 Tough. Great months: May – September. Tap a month for its own guide.

Aarhus weather questions

When is the best time to visit Aarhus?

For the most comfortable weather in Aarhus, aim for May – September. June tops our comfort score at 86/100, with highs around 66°F (19°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.

What is the rainiest month in Aarhus?

August is the wettest month, averaging about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. April is the driest, with about 1.7 in (44 mm). The yearly total is around 31.4 in (798 mm).

What is the coldest month in Aarhus?

February is the coldest, with average lows of 30°F (-1°C) and highs of 37°F (3°C). The warmest is July, with average highs of 70°F (21°C).

Is Aarhus humid in summer?

Not very: summer (June – August) humidity averages 82%, and highs peak around 70°F (21°C), so it rarely feels sticky.

Does it get below freezing in Aarhus?

On average, yes: lows fall below 32°F (0°C) in January & February, bottoming out around 30°F (-1°C) in February.

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