Denmark Weather
🇩🇰 1 city covered · Europe
· oceanic climate
Best time to visit
April to June
Weather in Denmark at a glance
Our Denmark coverage centers on Copenhagen, which has a oceanic climate. Expect average highs around 69°F (21°C) in August and 39°F (4°C) in January, with about 138 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Copenhagen - annual average 50°
- Best time to visit: April to June
- Climate type: oceanic
The bigger picture
Copenhagen averages 7.7 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 676 mm (26.6 inches) of precipitation annually, plus around 9 snowy days. The most comfortable window is generally April to June. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Copenhagen climate page.
Live weather across Denmark today
Denmark cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | 50° | Aug · 69° | Jan · 33° | 138 | 7.7 | 9 |
Denmark weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 33° | 13 | 2.9 h/day |
| February | 40° | 34° | 11 | 4.9 h/day |
| March | 44° | 35° | 11 | 6.6 h/day |
| April | 51° | 39° | 9 | 10.4 h/day |
| May | 60° | 48° | 10 | 12.2 h/day |
| June | 67° | 56° | 10 | 12.8 h/day |
| July | 69° | 58° | 13 | 12.1 h/day |
| August | 69° | 59° | 12 | 11.0 h/day |
| September | 64° | 55° | 12 | 8.9 h/day |
| October | 55° | 48° | 13 | 5.3 h/day |
| November | 47° | 42° | 12 | 3.2 h/day |
| December | 42° | 37° | 13 | 2.2 h/day |
Denmark weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Denmark?
Averaged across the covered cities, April to June offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Denmark?
Yes - Copenhagen sees regular snowfall. Copenhagen gets the most, about 9 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Denmark like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic climate. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.