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Hovedstaden Weather in December

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

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Copenhagen Gilleleje Vejby Udsholt Sand

Thinking about venturing to Hovedstaden, Denmark this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hovedstaden in December

Hovedstaden, Denmark is a region in Denmark. December in Hovedstaden generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Copenhagen.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hovedstaden, Denmark, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Skibby with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Bornholm Island with 76 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Copenhagen receives about 40 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Hovedstaden in December

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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).

Popular Destinations in Hovedstaden

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Hovedstaden, Denmark?

Temperature range in Hovedstaden (December)

Precipitation variation in Hovedstaden (December)

Copenhagen

In December Copenhagen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
40 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Copenhagen →

Gilleleje

In December Gilleleje 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 poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
40 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gilleleje →

Vejby

In December Vejby 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 poor 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)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
40 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vejby →

Udsholt Sand

In December Udsholt Sand 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 poor 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)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
40 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Udsholt Sand →

Hornbæk

In December Hornbæk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
40 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hornbæk →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Gilleleje 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Vejby 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Udsholt Sand 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Hornbæk 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Dronningmølle 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Hovedstaden weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hovedstaden, Denmark in December?

In December, Hovedstaden, Denmark generally has poor weather conditions. Copenhagen sees daytime temperatures near 6°C (43°F), with nights cooling to roughly 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Hovedstaden, Denmark in December?

In Copenhagen, the average daytime high in December is 6°C (43°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Hovedstaden, Denmark get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Hovedstaden, Denmark. Copenhagen averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hovedstaden, Denmark?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Copenhagen, December may not be the ideal time to visit Hovedstaden, Denmark.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Copenhagen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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