Copenhagen Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Copenhagen experiences unstable and changing weather patterns in all four seasons, as well as temperatures about 5°C higher than average for its latitude worldwide. The main reason for this warmth is the Atlantic Gulf Stream. Precipitation is moderate throughout the year, with a small peak during June to August. Snowfall occurs mainly from late December until early March, but snow cover seldom lasts long. Rain during these months is as common as snow, and the average temperatures for the winter months is near the freezing point.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Copenhagen can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -1°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Copenhagen experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 750 mm yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days. In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 45 mm of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Copenhagen. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 2°C in February to 16°C in July.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Copenhagen.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s and 6 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in June and August and highest during January, February, March, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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6 m/s
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The best time of year to visit Copenhagen in Denmark
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
