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SUP in Denmark
3 SUP spots in Denmark. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for SUP.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for SUP in Denmark: July–August. Then water around 18°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Rømø – Lakolk, Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande & Klitmøller.
- For beginners: Rømø – Lakolk & Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.
Regions
Rømø – LakolkSouthern Denmark, Denmark · best July–AugustBeginner-friendly · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ GWT 28 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide SandeCentral Jutland, Denmark · best AugustBeginner-friendly · 18°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ EBJ 59 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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KlitmøllerNorth Jutland, Denmark · best April–May, August–NovemberAdvanced only · 13°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ AAL 83 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Best time to go →Water: average sea surface temperature.
Month by month in Denmark
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 4°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 5°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 3°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 5°C |
| MarchMar | 5°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 7°C |
| AprilApr | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 10°C |
| MayMay | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 14°C |
| JuneJun | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JulyJul | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| AugustAug | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| SeptemberSep | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| OctoberOct | 13°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 13°C |
| NovemberNov | 10°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°C |
| DecemberDec | 6°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 6°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for SUP in Denmark?
Best time for SUP in Denmark: July–August. Then water around 18°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Denmark?
It depends on the month: about 18°C water in August (4/3 wetsuit) and about 3°C in February (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is Denmark good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Rømø – Lakolk & Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.
Which airport is closest?
Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT), 28 km from Rømø – Lakolk; Esbjerg Airport (EBJ), 59 km from Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande; Aalborg Airport (AAL), 83 km from Klitmøller.
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