Gjerrild Klint

Cliff Dramatic coastal cliff on Djursland peninsula

Coastal cliff on Djursland, Gjerrild Klint offers walking trails, exposed clay and sand layers, seabird viewing and simple shoreline access to the Kattegat.

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Gjerrild Klint
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How to Get to Gjerrild Klint #

Gjerrild Klint is accessed from local roads on the Djursland peninsula in Central Denmark Region. The nearest larger towns offer regional bus services; for the final approach a car is most convenient. Follow coastal road signage toward Gjerrild; designated parking areas serve the main cliff walks.

Tips for Visiting Gjerrild Klint #

  • Park at the designated car park-coastal paths can be eroded, and unofficial tracks are fragile.
  • Bring binoculars in spring: the cliff supports migratory seabirds and raptors.
  • Wear sturdy shoes: cliff-top limestone can be crumbly and undercut in places.

Best Time to Visit Gjerrild Klint #

Late spring through early autumn gives the best combination of weather and wildlife activity.

Spring
April-June · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Nesting birds and mild weather; trails can be muddy after winter storms.
Summer
July-August · 15-22°C (59-72°F)
Warmest and driest time for walking the headland; longest daylight for photography.
Autumn
September-October · 5-12°C (41-54°F)
Dramatic light and fewer tourists; watch for early storms off the Kattegat.

Weather & Climate near Gjerrild Klint #

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (563 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 28 mm, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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