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Henne Strand
West Jutland, Denmark•North Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Taxiarchos228 (FAL) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.09/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
17.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€58/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Moderate Surf
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces N (0°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Exercise Caution
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces N (0°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
N (0°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the N-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Henne Strand: Noticeable shorebreak; recommend caution for small children and non-swimmers. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · West Jutland, Denmark
Crisp & Bracing
Early August
17.9°C
Air ~26°C
Short dips only; spring wetsuit recommended
Invigorating cold dip. Swimmers generally wear a shorty wetsuit for sessions over 10–15 minutes.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 17.9°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.2°C | 12°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 3.4°C | 13°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 4.1°C | 15°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 6.7°C | 18°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 10.3°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 13.9°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| July | 16.6°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| August | 17.9°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| September | 16.1°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| October | 12.8°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| November | 9.2°C | 17°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 6.2°C | 14°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Denmark Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 17.9°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
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🏖️ Henne Strand (West Jutland, Denmark)
🌊 Water temperature: 17.9°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces N (sheltered from S winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/henne-strand-dk/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: ExcellentCertified Blue Flag
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Excellent Quality
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Henne Strand
A wild, dune-backed North Sea beach on Jutland's windswept west coast, all big skies and rolling grey-blue surf.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct road access into seaside town center with paved pathways to beach
•Protected Status / Environment: Badepunkt certified North Sea coast bordered by protected dune reserves and Filsø wetlands
•Notable Feature: Broad white sand beach with dramatic dune backdrop, summer lifeguard station, and Poul Henningsen-designed seaside hotel
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Morning Sun • Early Evening Shade
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near West Jutland. Accessible via regional coastal roads (55.740°N, 8.209°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Henne Strand involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Bracing and open; watch for currents.
•A wild dune-backed North Sea beach on Jutland's west coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across West Jutland, Denmark.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Henne Strand
What is the water temperature at Henne Strand?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Henne Strand averages 17.9°C (64°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Henne Strand?
Henne Strand is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in West Jutland, Denmark.
Is Henne Strand good for families with kids?
Henne Strand has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Henne Strand?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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