Weather & Climate in Hanstholm, Denmark
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hanstholm experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 725.8 sq mi (1,879.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.1155°N, 8.6172°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Copenhagen |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
20 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Jan 28, 2007 | 28 km S of Vestbygd, Norway | M4.4 | 146 km | 30 km |
| Feb 19, 2010 | 47 km WNW of Thyborøn, Denmark | M4.4 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Oct 19, 2000 | 54 km S of Farsund, Norway | M4.0 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 1990 | 68 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M4.0 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2001 | 41 km WNW of Thyborøn, Denmark | M3.5 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 1991 | 13 km WSW of Løkken, Denmark | M3.3 | 59 km | 10 km |
| May 18, 1992 | 64 km WNW of Thyborøn, Denmark | M3.3 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jul 8, 1998 | 43 km W of Harboøre, Denmark | M3.3 | 85 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 1995 | 5 km E of Ryomgård, Denmark | M3.2 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 21, 2007 | 69 km WNW of Thyborøn, Denmark | M3.2 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1992 | 32 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M3.0 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 67 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M2.9 | 109 km | 16 km |
| Sep 8, 1993 | 34 km SSE of Skålevik, Norway | M2.7 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2005 | 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark | M2.7 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 1991 | 7 km W of Mandal, Norway | M2.6 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 1993 | 7 km S of Mandal, Norway | M2.6 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 1992 | 72 km S of Mandal, Norway | M2.6 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2008 | North Sea | M2.6 | 102 km | 9 km |
| Jun 8, 2005 | 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark | M2.6 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 25, 2008 | 9 km NNW of Strandby, Denmark | M2.5 | 120 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Hanstholm has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 33°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.6").