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Silkeborg, Denmark
Central Jutland · Denmark
Silkeborg is a mid-size city in Central Jutland, Denmark with a population of 49,747. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Silkeborg
Silkeborg is a Danish town with a population of 52,571. Silkeborg is the seat of Silkeborg Municipality, with a population of 101,574 as of 2025.
People
Climate
| Population | 49,747 |
| Population Density | 505 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1697°, 9.5451° |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
| Country | 🇩🇰 Denmark |
| State / Province | Central Jutland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (724 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.3 inches (24 cm) |
About Silkeborg
Silkeborg is a mid-size city in Denmark (Central Jutland) with a population of 49,747. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.
Climate in Silkeborg
Silkeborg has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1223 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Denmark avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 98.6 sq mi (255.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1697°N, 9.5451°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in |
Silkeborg has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 32°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Silkeborg
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTU AQUA | University | - | , |
| Salten Skov, KU feltlaboratorium | University | - | , |
| Salten Skov, KU feltlaboratorium | University | - | , |
| Silkeborg business college | College | - | Visit → |
| Silkeborg business college: Handelsskolen | College | - | Visit → |
| Via University College Silkeborg | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Silkeborg
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balleskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Th. Langs Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Friskolen i Lemming | - | - | - | - |
| Langsøskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Dybkærskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Silkeborg Efterskole | - | - | - | - |
| Rudolf Steiner Skolen Silkeborg | - | - | - | - |
| Gødvad Efterskole | - | - | - | - |
| Buskelundskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Vestre Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Hvinningdalskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Funder Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Sølystskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Ulvedalskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Skægkærskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Kornmod Realskole | - | - | - | - |
| Silkeborg Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Kragelund Skole | - | - | - | - |
| Gødvadskolen | - | - | - | - |
| Silkeborg Højskole | - | - | - | - |
| FGU Midtjylland | - | - | - | - |
| Silkeborg Friskole | - | - | - | - |
| SOSU Silkeborg | - | - | - | - |
| Teknisk Skole Silkeborg | - | - | - | - |
| Idrætsværkstedet | - | - | - | - |
| Dybkær Specialskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Silkeborg
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR P4 Trekanten (AAC) | regional radio | AAC 324 kbps | |
| Classic.fm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 80's Hits | - | AAC+ 95 kbps | |
| DR P4 Trekanten | - | 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 | |
| DRR | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Silkeborg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blicheregnens Museum | ||||
| E Bindstouw | ||||
| Emborg / Øm Kloster museum | ||||
| Energimuseet | ||||
| Gammel Rye Mølle | ||||
| Gubsø Garage | ||||
| Gudenådalens Museum | ||||
| Hald Laden | ||||
| Høgdal | ||||
| Jens Konrad Veteranlastbilmuseum | ||||
| Jysk Automobilmuseum | ||||
| Jysk Brandmuseum | ||||
| Klosterlund Museum | ||||
| Klostermølle | ||||
| KunstCentret Silkeborg Bad | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk Arkiv for tidligere Gjern kommune | ||||
| Museum Jorn | ||||
| Museum Silkeborg | ||||
| Oldtidsmuseet i Stenholt Skov | ||||
| Papirmuseet | ||||
| Silkeborg Bunkermuseum | ||||
| Them Museum | ||||
| Træskomuseum | ||||
| Vester Palsgaard Skovmuseum |
Libraries in Silkeborg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjerringbro Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Brædstrup Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Mosaikken | 0.0 | |||||
| Østbirk Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Rødkærsbro Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ry Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Silkeborg Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ulstrup Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Silkeborg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salten Marked |
Hotels in Silkeborg
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Silkeborg
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Silkeborg
34 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Silkeborg
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Silkeborg
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Silkeborg
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Silkeborg
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Silkeborg
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Silkeborg
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Silkeborg
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Silkeborg
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Silkeborg
20 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Silkeborg
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Silkeborg
9 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Silkeborg
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Silkeborg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bøllingsø Bryghus | ||||
| Hjemmebryggeren | ||||
| Olsens Bryghus | ||||
| Rybryg | ||||
| Sky High Craft Ales | ||||
| Thorning Bryghus | ||||
| Virklund Bryghus |
Stadiums & Teams in Silkeborg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Silkeborg
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Billund Airport | BLL | Large Airport |
| Kolding Vamdrup Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup | KRP | Medium Airport |
| Skive Airport | SQW | Medium Airport |
| Arnborg Gliding Center | - | Small Airport |
| Bjedstrup Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bogense Flyveplads | - | Small Airport |
| Brædstrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Christianshede Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ejstrupholm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elsesminde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Endelave Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fårbæk Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Filskov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gesten Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Grønbæk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hammer Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Herning Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holsted Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Randers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rårup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skalmstrup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Solbjerg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| True Gliderfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vesthimmerland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viborg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Silkeborg
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sclerosehospitalet i Ry |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Silkeborg
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adventistkirken | |
| Alderslyst Kirke | |
| Alderslyst Missionshus | |
| Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Balle Kirke | |
| Borgerkirken | |
| Dybkær Kirke | |
| Funder Kirke | |
| Gødvad Kirke | |
| Hvinningdal Kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kirken ved Søerne | |
| Kragelund Kirke | |
| Lemming Kirke | |
| Luthersk Mission Silkeborg | |
| Mariehøj Kirke | |
| Sejling Kirke | |
| Silkeborg Baptistkirke | |
| Silkeborg Frikirke | |
| Silkeborg Kirke |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Silkeborg
171 places within 15 km
- • Aabrohøj
- • Askhøj
- • Baunehøj
- • Birkehøj
- • Bjærghøje
- + 80 more
- • Aggerholm
- • Østre Søbad
- • Vestre Søbad
- • Tyske skyttegrave
- • Art by Rikke Ryge
- • Galleri Blüthgen
- • Galleri Moderne
- • Galleri Nygade 26A
- • Galleri Thomasberg
- + 2 more
- • Agnesbænk
- • Åshøj
- • Bavnsbjerg
- • Birkebjerg
- • Blæsbjerg
- + 57 more
- • Alling Kloster
- • Bjarup Ødekirke
- • Erik Glippings jagthus
- • Gl. fårehytte
- • Hotel Julsø
- + 1 more
- • Båstrups Bænk
- • Birkehøj
- • Dronningestolen
- • Frederik den VII's høj
- • Galgebakken
- + 2 more
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Public Holidays in Denmark
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What is the population of Silkeborg?
Silkeborg has a population of 49,747 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 505 people per square mile, spread across 98.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Silkeborg?
Silkeborg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.