Copenhagen, Denmark Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Copenhagen
Copenhagen has a oceanic climate, marked by mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average daytime highs range from about 39°F (4°C) in January to around 69°F (21°C) in August, and the city records roughly 138 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 69°F (21°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 39°F (4°C)
- Record high: 85°F (29°C) · Record low: 16°F (-9°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (13 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (12.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 9 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 69°F (21°C) and overnight lows stay near 59°F (15°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 39°F (4°C) and lows around 33°F (1°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 85°F (29°C) and dropped as low as 16°F (-9°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain over 13 days, while May is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.8 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 9 days in a typical year, mostly from December through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 33° | 13 | 2.3 in | 2.9 h/day | 86% |
| February | 40° | 34° | 11 | 2.0 in | 4.9 h/day | 83% |
| March | 44° | 35° | 11 | 1.9 in | 6.6 h/day | 81% |
| April | 51° | 39° | 9 | 1.7 in | 10.4 h/day | 74% |
| May | 60° | 48° | 10 | 1.6 in | 12.2 h/day | 74% |
| June | 67° | 56° | 10 | 2.0 in | 12.8 h/day | 73% |
| July | 69° | 58° | 13 | 2.8 in | 12.1 h/day | 74% |
| August | 69° | 59° | 12 | 2.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 76% |
| September | 64° | 55° | 12 | 2.3 in | 8.9 h/day | 78% |
| October | 55° | 48° | 13 | 2.7 in | 5.3 h/day | 82% |
| November | 47° | 42° | 12 | 2.2 in | 3.2 h/day | 85% |
| December | 42° | 37° | 13 | 2.4 in | 2.2 h/day | 87% |
Copenhagen month by month
Copenhagen weather in January
January brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 33°F (1°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen weather in February
February brings highs around 40°F (5°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Copenhagen weather in March
March brings highs around 44°F (7°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Copenhagen weather in April
April brings highs around 51°F (10°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 9 wet days.
Copenhagen weather in May
May brings highs around 60°F (15°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 10 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen weather in June
June brings highs around 67°F (20°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 10 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen weather in July
July brings highs around 69°F (20°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 13 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen weather in August
August brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 12 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Copenhagen weather in September
September brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 12 wet days.
Copenhagen weather in October
October brings highs around 55°F (13°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 13 wet days.
Copenhagen weather in November
November brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 12 wet days.
Copenhagen weather in December
December brings highs around 42°F (6°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Seasons in Copenhagen
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Copenhagen is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 51°F (11°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 2 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Copenhagen brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 58°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 35 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Copenhagen stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 55°F (13°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Copenhagen is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 41°F (5°C) and nights around 35°F (1°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Copenhagen
The best time to visit Copenhagen is generally April to June and September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 60°F (16°C).
Pack for Copenhagen with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 59°F (15°C).
Copenhagen temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.