Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark, located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula. It is a port city, situated on the Aarhus Bay, and is the site of the oldest university in Denmark, the University of Aarhus, which was founded in 1479.
Aarhus is a vibrant city, and has a population of around 320,000 people. It is a major center of culture, with numerous theaters, museums, and galleries, as well as a lively nightlife. The city is also home to a number of major festivals, including the Aarhus Festival, which is held every summer.
The city is surrounded by forests, lakes, and beaches, and is a popular destination for tourists. There are many historical sites, including the Aarhus Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, and the Old Town, which is a preserved medieval quarter.
Aarhus has a long and rich history, which dates back to the Viking era. In the 11th century, it was the capital of Denmark, and in the 14th century, it was the largest city in Scandinavia. During the 19th century, the city was an important industrial center, and the harbor was used for shipping goods to the rest of Europe.
Today, Aarhus is a modern city, and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike. It is home to a number of international companies, as well as a thriving cultural scene. Aarhus is also home to a number of universities and colleges, making it a great place to study.
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Aarhus in Denmark has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. During the spring, temperatures are mild and the days are long, with plenty of sunshine. During the summer, temperatures are warm and the days are very long, with temperatures often reaching the mid-20s Celsius. In the autumn, temperatures become cooler and the days become shorter. During the winter, temperatures are cold and the days are short, with snowfall common. Overall, Aarhus experiences a mild climate throughout the year, with temperatures rarely reaching extremes.
Our weather forecast for Aarhus helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 | max: 6.2 °C min: 5.1 °C |
18.0 m/s 36.4 m/s |
97.8 % 23.3 m |
89.0 % 1,016 hPa |
08:38:14 15:44:11 |
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Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 | max: 5.1 °C min: 1.7 °C |
20.9 m/s 41.4 m/s |
82.3 % 24.1 m |
82.6 % 1,037 hPa |
08:39:32 15:43:49 |
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Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 | max: 2.0 °C min: -0.1 °C |
14.0 m/s 28.1 m/s |
20.0 % 24.1 m |
75.8 % 1,039 hPa |
08:40:46 15:43:30 |
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Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 | max: 4.7 °C min: 0.5 °C |
19.1 m/s 50.8 m/s |
8.3 % 24.1 m |
90.8 % 1,034 hPa |
08:41:57 15:43:16 |
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Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 | max: 4.7 °C min: 1.4 °C |
18.4 m/s 44.0 m/s |
26.6 % 24.1 m |
89.7 % 1,033 hPa |
08:43:04 15:43:06 |
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Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 | max: 3.6 °C min: 1.7 °C |
13.7 m/s 28.8 m/s |
5.2 % 24.1 m |
88.4 % 1,038 hPa |
08:44:08 15:43:00 |
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Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 | max: 3.8 °C min: -0.3 °C |
16.9 m/s 45.1 m/s |
33.2 % 24.1 m |
85.2 % 1,026 hPa |
08:45:08 15:42:58 |
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Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 | max: 6.1 °C min: 2.8 °C |
26.9 m/s 55.8 m/s |
62.4 % 24.1 m |
88.9 % 1,019 hPa |
08:46:04 15:43:01 |
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Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 | max: 9.3 °C min: 6.3 °C |
34.7 m/s 68.0 m/s |
99.3 % 24.1 m |
82.5 % 1,009 hPa |
08:46:56 15:43:08 |
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Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 | max: 6.0 °C min: 1.9 °C |
39.6 m/s 73.1 m/s |
29.1 % 24.1 m |
70.0 % 1,004 hPa |
08:47:45 15:43:19 |
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Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 | max: 3.8 °C min: 0.9 °C |
21.6 m/s 48.6 m/s |
12.0 % 24.1 m |
70.7 % 1,009 hPa |
08:48:29 15:43:35 |
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Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 | max: 3.0 °C min: 0.7 °C |
27.8 m/s 54.5 m/s |
74.7 % 24.1 m |
84.4 % 1,015 hPa |
08:49:10 15:43:55 |
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Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 | max: 5.8 °C min: 1.5 °C |
32.4 m/s 61.2 m/s |
93.7 % 18.1 m |
84.2 % 999 hPa |
08:49:46 15:44:19 |
Would you like to travel to Aarhus on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Aarhus.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Apr. 12th 2025 Saturday, 12th of Apr. 2025 | AIDAmar | 10:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Apr. 25th 2025 Friday, 25th of Apr. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Apr. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Apr. 2025 | AIDAbella | 10:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 2nd 2025 Friday, 2nd of May 2025 | AIDAbella | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Queen Anne | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 04:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | MS Rotterdam | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 19th 2025 Monday, 19th of May 2025 | P&O Aurora | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 23rd 2025 Friday, 23rd of May 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 29th 2025 Thursday, 29th of May 2025 | Emerald Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 1st 2025 Sunday, 1st of Jun. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 5th 2025 Thursday, 5th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 8th 2025 Sunday, 8th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Dawn | 09:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 9th 2025 Monday, 9th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 18th 2025 Wednesday, 18th of Jun. 2025 | Seven Seas Navigator | 11:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jun. 20th 2025 Friday, 20th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 22nd 2025 Sunday, 22nd of Jun. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 24th 2025 Tuesday, 24th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Dawn | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 24th 2025 Tuesday, 24th of Jun. 2025 | P&O Arcadia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 29th 2025 Sunday, 29th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Dawn | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
Jul. 4th 2025 Friday, 4th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Jul. 2025 | Carnival Miracle | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Jul. 2025 | MS Vista | 09:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jul. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 21st 2025 Monday, 21st of Jul. 2025 | AIDAbella | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Jul. 2025 | P&O Aurora | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAmar | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 1st 2025 Friday, 1st of Aug. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 2nd 2025 Saturday, 2nd of Aug. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 13th 2025 Wednesday, 13th of Aug. 2025 | Mein Schiff 1 | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Aug. 15th 2025 Friday, 15th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 19th 2025 Tuesday, 19th of Aug. 2025 | MS Rotterdam | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 29th 2025 Friday, 29th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 9th 2025 Tuesday, 9th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 12th 2025 Friday, 12th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 18th 2025 Thursday, 18th of Sep. 2025 | Norwegian Dawn | 07:30 am | 02:00 pm | |
Sep. 21st 2025 Sunday, 21st of Sep. 2025 | Norwegian Dawn | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Sep. 2025 | Emerald Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Sep. 23rd 2025 Tuesday, 23rd of Sep. 2025 | MS Rotterdam | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 26th 2025 Friday, 26th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 3rd 2025 Friday, 3rd of Oct. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 3rd 2025 Friday, 3rd of Oct. 2025 | Mein Schiff 7 | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 4th 2025 Saturday, 4th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAluna | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 10th 2025 Friday, 10th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 11th 2025 Saturday, 11th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 17th 2025 Friday, 17th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 24th 2025 Friday, 24th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 25th 2025 Saturday, 25th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
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