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. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in July to a chilly 4°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -1°C in February.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. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 81 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 45 mm of rainfall.
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
In Copenhagen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per average 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 over the year ranges from 4 m/s in June and August to 6 m/s in January, February, March, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Forecast for Copenhagen
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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.
