Denmark

Denmark Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Denmark this May 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 May

May in Denmark generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Tórshavn at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Otterup at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Otterup and 6°C (43°F) in Tórshavn.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hasle with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Hinge with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Blåvand sees around 252 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Denmark in May

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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).

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Temperature range in Denmark (May)

Precipitation variation in Denmark (May)

Blåvand

In May Blåvand generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
252 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Blåvand →

Ebeltoft

In May Ebeltoft generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
255 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ebeltoft →

Bøtø By

In May Bøtø By generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
260 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bøtø By →

Rømø Kirkeby

In May Rømø Kirkeby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
252 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Rømø Kirkeby →

Løkken

In May Løkken generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
266 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Løkken →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Skagen 13°C (55°F) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Blåvand 13°C (55°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Rømø Kirkeby 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Ebeltoft 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Lønstrup 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Denmark weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Denmark in May?

Denmark typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Blåvand average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Denmark in May?

In Blåvand, the average daytime high in May is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Denmark get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Denmark during May, with Blåvand averaging close to 53 mm (2.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Denmark?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Denmark due to the typically unpleasant weather in Blåvand.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Blåvand. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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