Ruden (island) Island

Small Baltic Sea island in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

A small Baltic island in Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern, reachable by boat and noted locally for seabirds, shoreline walks and its place within the coastal archipelago.

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Ruden (island) at a Glance#

How to Get to Ruden (island)#

Ruden (Ruden Island) is reached by regional ferry services from mainland Mecklenburg-Vorpommern harbors; schedules are seasonal. Private boat access is also common.

Tips for Visiting Ruden (island)#

  • Ferry schedules can be infrequent-plan return journeys carefully when visiting on a day trip.
  • Bring warm clothing even in summer-the Baltic wind lifts off the sea and chills quickly.
  • There are limited facilities-carry provisions and water.

Best Time to Visit Ruden (island)#

Summer for best access and ferry service; shoulder seasons quieter but with limited services.

Summer
June-August · 15-22°C
Mild weather and accessible ferry services; best time for walking the islet.
Late spring/early autumn
May and September · 10-18°C
Quieter and pleasant for day visits, but services may be reduced.

Weather & Climate near Ruden (island)#

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (655 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 77 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

Nearby Attractions to Ruden (island)#