Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Otterup, Denmark

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Otterup...

Otterup is a coastal city in Denmark. It is a fairly dense town close to the ocean with a population of 4522 people. The water temperature around Otterup varies extremely year round. The temperature ranges from 1.1°C (33.9°F) in February up to 17.7°C (63.9°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 9°C (49°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Otterup is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Otterup?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Otterup is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not many surf spots in proximity to Otterup. A spot that might be worth checking out is Damp 2000, which is about 65.9km (50.7miles) away from Otterup. Click here to check out more information on Damp 2000 and its current water temperature. Other surfspots near Otterup are Dazendorf, which is approximately 81.7km (50.7miles) away, and Gilleleje havn, located ca 85.1km (52.8miles) from Otterup.

Are there sandy beaches near by?

There are not too many beaches in close proximity to Otterup. One beach, which is not too far away, is Smormosen Strand, which is 34.9km (21.7miles) away from Otterup. Another good beach near Otterup is Gudmindrup Strand, which is 53.1km (33miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Otterup?

The sea temperature around Otterup is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . However, during late winter, sea temperatures reach lows of nearly 1°C (34°F). In this season, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Otterup?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 1 to 6°C (34-43°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. However, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when water temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Otterup: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Otterup...

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