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Denmark Weather in December

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

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Planning a getaway to Denmark this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Denmark in December

December in Denmark generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Helsingør to 8°C (46°F) in Tórshavn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Tórshavn and 0°C (32°F) in Helsingør.

To explore the conditions in Denmark in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Borup with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to high rainfall in Tórshavn with 136 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Blåvand receives about 31 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Denmark by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Denmark - and find the best time to visit. (based on Copenhagen)

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 December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Denmark?

Temperature range in Denmark (December)

Precipitation variation in Denmark (December)

Blåvand

In December Blåvand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Blåvand →

Ebeltoft

In December Ebeltoft generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
44 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ebeltoft →

Bøtø By

In December Bøtø By generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
37 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bøtø By →

Rømø Kirkeby

In December Rømø Kirkeby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rømø Kirkeby →

Løkken

In December Løkken generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
46 hours
28 hours
40 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Løkken →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Skagen 7°C (45°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Blåvand 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Rømø Kirkeby 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Ebeltoft 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Lønstrup 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Denmark weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Denmark in December?

Denmark typically experiences less favorable weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Blåvand average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Denmark in December?

Average temperatures in Denmark during December range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Blåvand.

Does Denmark get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Denmark during December, with Blåvand averaging close to 93 mm (3.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Denmark?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Denmark due to the typically less favorable weather in Blåvand.

On average, the best time to visit Denmark is in July and August with generally very good weather in Blåvand. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Denmark.

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