Capital city in Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
Copenhagen weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Copenhagen
May–Sep is mild and light until 10 pm, with harbor swimming in summer. Dec is cozy but dark and cold; July is busiest and priciest.
Copenhagen weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°61 mm
- Feb3°48 mm
- Mar5°42 mm
- Apr10°34 mm
- May15°46 mm
- Jun18°64 mm
- Jul21°69 mm
- Aug21°83 mm
- Sep17°54 mm
- Oct12°70 mm
- Nov8°62 mm
- Dec4°63 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | 0°C31°F | 61 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | 3°C37°F | -1°C31°F | 48 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| March | 5°C41°F | 0°C33°F | 42 mm | 88% | Cold |
| April | 10°C50°F | 4°C38°F | 34 mm | 83% | Cold |
| May | 15°C59°F | 8°C47°F | 46 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 18°C65°F | 12°C54°F | 64 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 15°C59°F | 69 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C69°F | 15°C59°F | 83 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 17°C63°F | 12°C53°F | 54 mm | 83% | Cool |
| October | 12°C54°F | 8°C46°F | 70 mm | 88% | Cool |
| November | 8°C46°F | 5°C40°F | 62 mm | 92% | Cold |
| December | 4°C40°F | 1°C35°F | 63 mm | 93% | Cold |
Best months across Denmark
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Copenhagen?
May–Sep. May–Sep is mild and light until 10 pm, with harbor swimming in summer. Dec is cozy but dark and cold; July is busiest and priciest.
When is the rainy season in Copenhagen?
Rain peaks in August with about 83 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Copenhagen?
July, with average highs of 21°C (70°F).
How cold does Copenhagen get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -1°C (31°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Metroselskabet (Copenhagen Metro)
- Rejseplanen
- Copenhagen Airport
- Wonderful Copenhagen
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.