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Sorø, Denmark

Zealand · Denmark

Sorø is a small city in Zealand, Denmark with a population of 7,999. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

7,999 Population 51/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Copenhagen Timezone

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About Sorø

Sorø

Sorø is a town in Sorø municipality on the island of Zealand in east Denmark with a population of 8,433 (2025). It lies on the northeastern shore of Sorø Lake. The municipal council and the regional council are located in Sorø.

People

Population7,999
Density51/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population7,999
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates55.4318°, 11.5555°
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Country🇩🇰 Denmark
State / ProvinceZealand
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)

About Sorø

Sorø is a small city in Denmark (Zealand) with a population of 7,999. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Copenhagen.

Sorø experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below Denmark avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area157.5 sq mi (408.0 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates55.4318°N, 11.5555°W
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Denmark avg
Snowfall 5.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 6, 2012.

Aug 6, 2012 39 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M4.2 134 km
Oct 4, 1995 20 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M3.9 148 km
May 30, 1995 5 km E of Ryomgård, Denmark M3.2 122 km
Feb 3, 2005 32 km E of Ebeltoft, Denmark M3.0 82 km
Feb 3, 2005 29 km NNW of Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark M3.0 82 km
Mar 3, 2005 29 km E of Ebeltoft, Denmark M2.8 84 km
Mar 10, 2004 Denmark M2.8 115 km
Feb 1, 2005 32 km SE of Grenaa, Denmark M2.7 90 km
Dec 7, 1993 11 km N of Gilleleje, Denmark M2.7 99 km
Mar 16, 2005 13 km NNW of Kalundborg, Denmark M2.6 52 km
Jun 15, 2003 15 km SE of Nyborg, Denmark M2.5 46 km
Feb 23, 2004 2 km W of Køge, Denmark M2.5 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.9 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in

Sorø has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 32°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Sorø

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pedersborg Skole
Sorø Borgerskole
Sorø Akademi
Sorø Privatskole
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Radio Stations near Sorø

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Boost MP3 128 kbps
UMLANDO Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Midtsjælland MP3

Museums in Sorø

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boderne
Brorfelde Observatorium
Danmarks Busmuseum
Dansk Cykel- og Knallertmuseum
Dansk Forsorgshistorisk Museum
Det lille Kunstnerhjem
Essotanken i Sorø
Filadelfias museum
Flakkebjerg Skolemuseum
Gardehusarregimentets Veteran Panser- og Køretøjsforenings
Godskontor Slot og Malerisamling
Hauchs Physiske Cabinet
Helligåndshuset
Herluflille Mølle
Kongsgaarden
Ludvig Holberg Museet
Næstved Automobilmuseum
Næstved Kunstforening
Nisseland
Panzermuseum East
Ringsted Radiomuseum
Rønnebæksholm
Skovsgaard Mølle- og Bagerimuseum
Sorø Kunstmuseum
Sorø Museum
Vestsjællands Bilmuseum

Libraries in Sorø

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dianalund Bibliotek0.0
Fuglebjerg bibliotek0.0
Glumsø library0.0
Jyderup Bibliotek0.0
Næstved Bibliotek0.0
Ringsted Bibliotek0.0
Slagelse Bibliotek0.0
Slagelse Bibliotek0.0
Sorø Bibliotek og Bykontor0.0
Tølløse Bibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Sorø

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sjællands Bilauktion

Hotels in Sorø

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thon Partners Hotel Sorø

Restaurants in Sorø

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gyrstinge Skovkro
Restaurant Krebshuset
Restaurant Støvlet Katrines Hus A/S

Cafes in Sorø

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Au Lait
Café inTro
Cafe Krabasken
Cafe og Ristorante Valencia
Lokalristeriet Sorø Kaffebar
Lucas
MaskerMedMere
Skjalms Have
Sushi Tre Konger
Te&Mere

Cinemas in Sorø

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Victoria Teatret

Clinics in Sorø

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lægehuset

Bus Stations in Sorø

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sorø Byterminal

Gas Stations in Sorø

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
F24
OK
Shell
Shell

Banks in Sorø

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AL Sydbank
Danske Bank
Sparekassen Sjælland-Fyn

Gyms in Sorø

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fair Fitness

Breweries in Sorø

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Birgers Bryghus
Det Lille Bryggeri
Kongebryg
Ølhundens Håndbryg
Slotsbryggeriet Gavnø Café
Søhulegaard
Sorø Bryghus

Stadiums & Teams in Sorø

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sorø

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Copenhagen Roskilde AirportRKEMedium Airport
Lolland Falster Maribo AirportMRWMedium Airport
Annisse flyvepladsSmall Airport
Aversi AirfieldSmall Airport
Frederikssund Nord Glider FieldSmall Airport
Frederikssund Syd FlyvepladsSmall Airport
FreerslevSmall Airport
Gørlev AirfieldSmall Airport
Gørløse Glider FieldSmall Airport
Holbæk (Ny Hagested) AirfieldSmall Airport
Kalundborg AirfieldSmall Airport
Kongsted GliderfieldSmall Airport
Korsør AirfieldSmall Airport
Kostervig Mon AirfieldSmall Airport
Næstved AirfieldSmall Airport
Orupgård AirfieldSmall Airport
Ringsted AirfieldSmall Airport
Slagelse Private AirstripSmall Airport
Slaglille AirfieldSmall Airport
Sølager AirfiieldSmall Airport
Tølløse Flying Club Glider FieldSmall Airport
Vejrø AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Sorø

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for Neurorehabilitering
Center for Neurorehabilitering 1 sal
Rehabilitering og Udviklingscenter

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorø

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bjernede Church
Frikirken Sorø
Kindertofte Kirke
Pedersborg Kirke
Slaglille Kirke
Sorø Klosterkirke

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Copenhagen
Founded
1161

🇩🇰 About Denmark

Capital Copenhagen
Population 5,797,446
Area 43,094 km²
GDP (USD) $404,651,706,118
GDP per capita $68,044
HDI 0.952
Life expectancy 81.9 years
Internet users 98.8%
Urban population 88.6%
Currency DKK (Krone)
Languages Danish
Calling code +45
TLD .dk
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Denmark

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nytårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday 2. Påskedag
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi Himmelfartsdag
May 15 Bank closing day Banklukkedag
May 24 Pentecost Pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday 2. Pinsedag
Jun 5 Constitution Day Grundlovsdag
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Juleaftensdag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juledag / 1. juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day 2. juledag
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Nytårsaftensdag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sorø

What is the population of Sorø?

Sorø has a population of 7,999 residents and is located in Denmark. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 157.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sorø?

Sorø has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.

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