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Herning, Denmark
Central Jutland · Denmark
Herning is a mid-size city in Central Jutland, Denmark with a population of 50,565. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Herning
Herning is a Danish town in the Central Denmark Region of the Jutland peninsula. It is the main town and the administrative seat of Herning Municipality. Herning has a population of 51,782 including the suburbs of Tjørring, Snejbjerg, Lind, Birk, Hammerum, and Gjellerup, making Herning the 12th most populous urban area in Denmark.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,565 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1362°, 8.9766° |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
| Country | 🇩🇰 Denmark |
| State / Province | Central Jutland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (836 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
About Herning
Herning is a mid-size city in Denmark (Central Jutland) with a population of 50,565. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.
Climate in Herning
Herning has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.9°C), the coldest is Jan (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1218 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below Denmark avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 698.3 sq mi (1,808.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1362°N, 8.9766°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Herning has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 33°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in Herning
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brande Højskole | College | - | Visit → |
| Handelshøjskolen i Herning | College | - | , |
| Herning Gymnasium | College | - | , |
| Højskolen Skærgården | College | - | Visit → |
| VIA University College - Campus Herning | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Herning
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herningsholm Gymnasium Mediatek | - | - | - | - |
| Herningsholm Erhvervsgymnasium Agora | - | - | - | - |
| FGU Midt-Vest S/I | - | - | - | - |
| Herning Friskole | - | - | - | - |
| Parkskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Holtbjergskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Brændgårdskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Herningholmskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Vestervangskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Tjørring Skole og Børnehuset Stjernen | - | - | - | - |
| Midtjyllands Kristne Friskole | - | - | - | - |
| Gullestrup Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Børneskolen Bifrost | - | - | - | - |
| Social & Sundhedsskolen | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Herning
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80's Hits | - | AAC+ 95 kbps | |
| Always Elvis Radio | 1950s, 50's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Alfa Midtjylland | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Nord | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Limfjord Slager | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| DR P4 Midt/Vest | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alfa Viborg | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Viborg | local news, pop music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Stinesen | 00's, 80's | MP3 | |
| Radio Alfa Skive | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Always Elvis Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Always Elvis Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Herning
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Galleriet | ||||
| Carl-Henning Pedersen og Else Alfelts Museum | ||||
| Frilandsmuseet Herning | ||||
| HEART | ||||
| Herning Museum | ||||
| Herningsholm | ||||
| Hjemstavnshuset Arnborg | ||||
| Ikast-tårnet | ||||
| Karup Flyvemuseum | ||||
| Morten Korch Museet | ||||
| Rakkerhuset | ||||
| Skarrild-Karstoft Museum og Lokalarkiv | ||||
| Søby Brunkulsmuseum | ||||
| Spilmuseet | ||||
| Tekstilmuseet | ||||
| Uhre Mølle |
Libraries in Herning
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteket i Kibæk | 0.0 | |||||
| Herning Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Herning Centralbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ikast Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Herning
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Herning
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Herning
22 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Herning
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Herning
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Herning
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Herning
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Herning
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Herning
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Herning
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Herning
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Herning
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Herning
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Herning
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Herning
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Herning
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Herning
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borgs Bryghus - detailsalg | ||||
| Brother Beer | ||||
| Gaardbryg | ||||
| Tapwaw Håndbryg |
Stadiums & Teams in Herning
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Herning
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Billund Airport | BLL | Large Airport |
| Esbjerg Airport | EBJ | Medium Airport |
| Kolding Vamdrup Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup | KRP | Medium Airport |
| Skive Airport | SQW | Medium Airport |
| Stauning Vestjylland Airport | STA | Medium Airport |
| Arnborg Gliding Center | - | Small Airport |
| Bolhede Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brædstrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bramming Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Christianshede Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ejstruphede Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ejstrupholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fårbæk Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Filskov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gesten Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grimlund/Hoven Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grønbæk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hammer Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Herning Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holstebro Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Holsted Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lemvig Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lindtorp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Morsø Airfield, Tødsø | - | Small Airport |
| Ølgod / Vallund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sønder Felding Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spjald Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vesthimmerland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viborg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Herning
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Citykirken | |
| Fredens Kirke | |
| Gullestrup Kirke | |
| Hedeagerkirken | |
| Herning Adventistkirke | |
| Herning Kirke | |
| Herning Valgmenighedskirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Pinsekirken | |
| Sankt Johannes Kirke | |
| Sankt Peters Kirke |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Herning
64 places within 15 km
- • Abildtrup Høj
- • Adelhøj
- • Bakmandshøj
- • Baunehøj
- • Bavnehøj
- + 50 more
- • Holtbjerg Sø Badestrand
- • Kovsplet Bakke
- • Linnebjerg
- • Møllebakke
- • Skelhøj
- • Store Brokkensbjerg
- • Vizz
- • Kælkebakken
- • Knudmosebjerget
🇩🇰 About Denmark
Public Holidays in Denmark
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What is the population of Herning?
Herning has a population of 50,565 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 698.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Herning?
Herning has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.