Aarhus

Aarhus · Denmark · Aarhus

An open-air museum of relocated historic buildings you can wander through like an entire old town, a rainbow-coloured rooftop walkway atop the art museum with views over the whole harbour, and a student population that keeps the city's bars and food scene younger than its size suggests.

The best time to visit Aarhus is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (69°F). Local time there is 18:40 (UTC+2).

Best time to go

Jun–Aug

Budget on the ground

$$$ · high-end

Nearest airport

AAR · Aarhus

Good for

old stones and real towns an unhurried pace eating extremely well

In season

June July August

The year at a glance

Light0 to 24h High0 to 24°C32 to 75°F Rain0 to 100mm0 to 3.9in

June · high 69°F · rain 1.9in · 17.7h of daylight · in the recommended window

shaded columns are the recommended window

Aarhus month by month, the same numbers the figure draws
Month	High °CHigh °F	Rain mmRain in	Light	Notes
January	5°C41°F	66mm2.6in	7.5h7.5h
February	6°C42°F	61mm2.4in	9.5h9.5h
March	8°C46°F	53mm2.1in	11.6h11.6h
April	11°C51°F	39mm1.5in	14.1h14.1h
May	15°C58°F	65mm2.6in	16.3h16.3h
June	20°C69°F	48mm1.9in	17.7h17.7h	in the recommended window
July	20°C68°F	92mm3.6in	17.1h17.1h	in the recommended window
August	21°C69°F	80mm3.1in	15.1h15.1h	in the recommended window
September	18°C64°F	79mm3.1in	12.6h12.6h
October	13°C55°F	89mm3.5in	10.3h10.3h
November	8°C47°F	70mm2.8in	8.1h8.1h
December	5°C41°F	72mm2.8in	6.9h6.9h

Good to know

Currency: DKK · Danish krone
Language: Danish
Plug: C, E, F, K
Driving: on the right

United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.

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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Aarhus?

The best time to visit Aarhus is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (69°F).

How warm does Aarhus get?

Typical daytime highs in Aarhus are Mar–May 11°C (52°F), Jun–Aug 20°C (69°F), Sep–Nov 13°C (55°F), Dec–Feb 5°C (41°F).

Is Aarhus expensive?

On the ground, Aarhus is high-end.

What sort of trip is Aarhus good for?

Aarhus is good for old stones and real towns, an unhurried pace, eating extremely well.