Skagen is a town located in the northernmost part of Denmark, where the Skagerrak and Kattegat seas meet. It is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning sunsets, and iconic yellow buildings. Skagen is the most popular tourist destination in Denmark, drawing visitors from all over the world.
Skagen is situated on the Jutland peninsula, the northernmost point of Denmark. It is the northernmost town in the country and is located at the tip of the Skagen Odde peninsula. The town is surrounded by sand dunes and is known for its wide, sandy beaches and picturesque harbor.
The history of Skagen dates back to the 12th century when it was a fishing village. Over the centuries, it has become a popular resort town and is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Denmark.
The town is known for its unique architecture, with the iconic yellow and red buildings that line the streets. Skagen is also home to a number of museums and galleries, and it is a popular destination for art lovers. The town is also known for its vibrant nightlife, with plenty of pubs and bars to explore.
Skagen is also known for its historical significance. In 1872, the Skagen Painters, a group of Danish and Scandinavian artists, held their first exhibition in the town. The group is credited with creating the Skagen style of painting, which is characterized by its bright colors, light brushstrokes, and use of natural light.
Skagen is also home to a number of important historical sites, including the Skagen Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts from the town’s past. There are also a number of churches in the area, including the Skagen Church, which was built in the 12th century.
Skagen is a beautiful and vibrant town that has a lot to offer visitors. It is a great place to explore the Danish culture and history, and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Denmark.
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Skagen in Denmark has a temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures range from 15-20 degrees Celsius and rainfall is minimal. In the winter months, temperatures can drop to 0-5 degrees Celsius and snowfall is common. Spring and autumn are mild and wet, with temperatures ranging from 5-15 degrees Celsius and rainfall being more frequent. Generally, the climate in Skagen is mild with plenty of sunshine throughout the year.
Our weather forecast for Skagen 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: 5.6 °C min: 5 °C |
31.0 m/s 56.5 m/s |
99.3 % 21.9 m |
88.0 % 1,020 hPa |
08:47:36 15:31:49 |
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Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 | max: 5.0 °C min: 2.9 °C |
29.9 m/s 53.6 m/s |
26.5 % 24.1 m |
75.6 % 1,039 hPa |
08:48:59 15:31:21 |
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Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 | max: 5.7 °C min: 3.4 °C |
23.0 m/s 31.0 m/s |
5.4 % 24.1 m |
79.2 % 1,038 hPa |
08:50:18 15:30:58 |
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Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 | max: 6.2 °C min: 4.7 °C |
22.6 m/s 31.7 m/s |
20.1 % 24.1 m |
84.2 % 1,031 hPa |
08:51:33 15:30:39 |
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Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 | max: 6.0 °C min: 5.4 °C |
20.2 m/s 21.2 m/s |
25.3 % 24.1 m |
80.1 % 1,033 hPa |
08:52:44 15:30:25 |
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Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 | max: 5.8 °C min: 4.7 °C |
18.4 m/s 22.0 m/s |
1.9 % 24.1 m |
76.3 % 1,036 hPa |
08:53:52 15:30:15 |
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Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 | max: 6.1 °C min: 3.7 °C |
31.0 m/s 38.9 m/s |
26.4 % 24.1 m |
76.3 % 1,032 hPa |
08:54:55 15:30:11 |
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Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 | max: 6.5 °C min: 3.6 °C |
27.7 m/s 36.7 m/s |
64.9 % 24.1 m |
78.1 % 1,023 hPa |
08:55:54 15:30:11 |
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Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 | max: 7.1 °C min: 3.4 °C |
39.6 m/s 51.1 m/s |
88.1 % 24.1 m |
75.9 % 1,018 hPa |
08:56:49 15:30:15 |
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Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 | max: 7.2 °C min: 3.9 °C |
44.3 m/s 59.9 m/s |
48.9 % 24.1 m |
74.3 % 1,022 hPa |
08:57:39 15:30:25 |
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Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 | max: 8.4 °C min: 7.3 °C |
53.6 m/s 68.4 m/s |
98.6 % 24.1 m |
89.1 % 1,022 hPa |
08:58:25 15:30:39 |
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Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 | max: 8.3 °C min: 7.3 °C |
52.4 m/s 69.5 m/s |
100.0 % 23.0 m |
86.1 % 1,015 hPa |
08:59:06 15:30:58 |
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Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 | max: 7.2 °C min: 5.2 °C |
50.4 m/s 58.0 m/s |
47.0 % 20.8 m |
73.7 % 1,004 hPa |
08:59:43 15:31:22 |
Would you like to travel to Skagen 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 Skagen.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Apr. 10th 2025 Thursday, 10th of Apr. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 4th 2025 Sunday, 4th of May 2025 | MS Deutschland | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 10th 2025 Saturday, 10th of May 2025 | Emerald Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 12th 2025 Monday, 12th of May 2025 | Celebrity Eclipse | 08:00 am | 03:30 pm | |
May 20th 2025 Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 | P&O Aurora | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 22nd 2025 Thursday, 22nd of May 2025 | Sky Princess | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 26th 2025 Monday, 26th of May 2025 | AIDAbella | 11:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 2nd 2025 Monday, 2nd of Jun. 2025 | Sky Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 3rd 2025 Tuesday, 3rd of Jun. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 6th 2025 Friday, 6th of Jun. 2025 | Mein Schiff 1 | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 11th 2025 Wednesday, 11th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAbella | 11:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 14th 2025 Saturday, 14th of Jun. 2025 | Azamara Journey | 08:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Jun. 15th 2025 Sunday, 15th of Jun. 2025 | Sea Dream II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jun. 18th 2025 Wednesday, 18th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 23rd 2025 Monday, 23rd of Jun. 2025 | AIDAbella | 11:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 23rd 2025 Monday, 23rd of Jun. 2025 | Silver Spirit | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 25th 2025 Wednesday, 25th of Jun. 2025 | P&O Arcadia | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 26th 2025 Thursday, 26th of Jun. 2025 | Celebrity Apex | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 27th 2025 Friday, 27th of Jun. 2025 | MS Vista | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jun. 30th 2025 Monday, 30th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Jul. 2025 | Sea Dream II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Jul. 2025 | Mein Schiff 7 | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 9th 2025 Wednesday, 9th of Jul. 2025 | Queen Anne | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jul. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Jul. 2025 | Silver Spirit | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 21st 2025 Monday, 21st of Jul. 2025 | Sky Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 24th 2025 Thursday, 24th of Jul. 2025 | P&O Aurora | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jul. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Jul. 2025 | Sea Dream II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 8th 2025 Friday, 8th of Aug. 2025 | Sea Dream II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Aug. 9th 2025 Saturday, 9th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Voyager | 11:30 am | 08:30 pm | |
Aug. 10th 2025 Sunday, 10th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Grandeur | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 12th 2025 Tuesday, 12th of Aug. 2025 | MS Deutschland | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 13th 2025 Wednesday, 13th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 14th 2025 Thursday, 14th of Aug. 2025 | MS Artania | 07:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
Aug. 16th 2025 Saturday, 16th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAbella | 08:00 am | 04:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 20th 2025 Wednesday, 20th of Aug. 2025 | MS Amadea | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 24th 2025 Sunday, 24th of Aug. 2025 | Silver Dawn | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 25th 2025 Monday, 25th of Aug. 2025 | Mein Schiff 4 | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Aug. 26th 2025 Tuesday, 26th of Aug. 2025 | Silver Spirit | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 28th 2025 Thursday, 28th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Navigator | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 28th 2025 Thursday, 28th of Aug. 2025 | Sky Princess | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Sep. 1st 2025 Monday, 1st of Sep. 2025 | Seven Seas Mariner | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Sep. 9th 2025 Tuesday, 9th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 13th 2025 Saturday, 13th of Sep. 2025 | Scenic Eclipse | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Sep. 21st 2025 Sunday, 21st of Sep. 2025 | MS Amera | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Sep. 23rd 2025 Tuesday, 23rd of Sep. 2025 | AIDAnova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
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