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Denmark Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Denmark in August.

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Planning a trip to Denmark this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Denmark in August

The weather in Denmark in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Tórshavn at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Otterup at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Otterup and 10°C (50°F) in Tórshavn. On average, August is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Denmark.

For a closer look at conditions across Denmark, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sandvig with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Lakolk with 116 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Blåvand sees around 217 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September18°C (64°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Denmark in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Denmark.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Denmark

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Denmark?

Temperature range in Denmark (August)

Precipitation variation in Denmark (August)

Blåvand

In August Blåvand generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
217 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Blåvand →

Ebeltoft

In August Ebeltoft generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
238 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ebeltoft →

Bøtø By

In August Bøtø By generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
220 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bøtø By →

Rømø Kirkeby

In August Rømø Kirkeby generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
217 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Rømø Kirkeby →

Løkken

In August Løkken generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
229 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Løkken →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Denmark in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Skagen 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Blåvand 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Rømø Kirkeby 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Ebeltoft 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Lønstrup 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Denmark weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Denmark in August?

Expect pleasant weather across Denmark in August. The popular destination of Blåvand averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Denmark in August?

Blåvand averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Denmark get a lot of rain in August?

Denmark sees substantial rainfall in August. Blåvand typically averages about 105 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Denmark?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Denmark with overall pleasant weather in Blåvand. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Denmark is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Blåvand. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Denmark.

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