gowhereandwhen.comGo in summer, June to August, for the longest, mildest days, harbour swimming and Copenhagen at its most alive. Spring and autumn are quieter shoulders, and winter is dark and cold but full of hygge and Christmas lights.
A 0 to 100 comfort rating from daytime heat, overnight chill, rainfall and storm risk, for Copenhagen. Higher is better. Some booking links earn us a commission, at no extra cost to you.
The steadiest weather, peaking around Jun.
Other months to compare; prices and crowds depend on your destination and dates.
Hard cold.
The year at a glance
Denmark has a mild but changeable maritime climate, and Copenhagen anchors the ratings. Summer stands out, with long, light evenings, harbour baths, Tivoli Gardens and the city's famous outdoor life in full swing.
Spring and autumn are cool and quieter, good for the museums and design without the crowds, while winter is dark and often grey but leans into cosy hygge, candlelit cafes and the Christmas season at Tivoli. The weather can turn at any time, so a layer is wise.
Denmark month by month
Highs, lows, rainfall and the rating, for Copenhagen.
JanuaryCold and dry.Avoid 17
- Daytime high
- 3°C / 37°F
- Overnight low
- -2°C / 28°F
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
Cold and dry.
FebruaryCold and dry.Avoid 18
- Daytime high
- 3°C / 37°F
- Overnight low
- -2°C / 28°F
- Rainfall
- 39 mm
Cold and dry.
MarchCold and dry.Fair 32
- Daytime high
- 6°C / 43°F
- Overnight low
- -1°C / 30°F
- Rainfall
- 32 mm
Cold and dry.
AprilCool and dry.Great 61
- Daytime high
- 11°C / 52°F
- Overnight low
- 3°C / 37°F
- Rainfall
- 38 mm
Cool and dry.
MayCool and dry.Ideal 83
- Daytime high
- 16°C / 61°F
- Overnight low
- 8°C / 46°F
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
Cool and dry.
JuneMild and dryIdeal 97
- Daytime high
- 20°C / 68°F
- Overnight low
- 11°C / 52°F
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
Mild and dry.
JulyMild with a little rainIdeal 95
- Daytime high
- 22°C / 72°F
- Overnight low
- 14°C / 57°F
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
Mild with a little rain.
AugustMild with a little rainIdeal 92
- Daytime high
- 21°C / 70°F
- Overnight low
- 13°C / 55°F
- Rainfall
- 65 mm
Mild with a little rain.
SeptemberMild with a little rain.Ideal 87
- Daytime high
- 17°C / 63°F
- Overnight low
- 10°C / 50°F
- Rainfall
- 55 mm
Mild with a little rain.
OctoberCool with a little rain.Great 66
- Daytime high
- 12°C / 54°F
- Overnight low
- 7°C / 45°F
- Rainfall
- 60 mm
Cool with a little rain.
NovemberCold with a little rain.Fair 43
- Daytime high
- 7°C / 45°F
- Overnight low
- 3°C / 37°F
- Rainfall
- 57 mm
Cold with a little rain.
DecemberCold with a little rain.Avoid 25
- Daytime high
- 4°C / 39°F
- Overnight low
- 0°C / 32°F
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
Cold with a little rain.
Where you go changes when you go
Copenhagen
Best in summer for the harbour, gardens and street life. Winter is dark and cold but cosy and festive.
The coast and islands
The beaches and sailing waters come alive in summer, the warmest, brightest time on the water.
Jutland and the countryside
The mainland's castles, dunes and Legoland are at their best in the long days of summer.
Best time to visit Denmark for
Copenhagen city life
June to August for warm, long days, harbour swimming and the buzzing outdoor scene.
Tivoli Gardens
Summer for the gardens in full bloom, or December for the Christmas season.
Cycling and the coast
Late spring to early autumn for the flat, easy cycling and the beaches.
Hygge and quiet
Autumn and winter, for cosy candlelit cafes, design museums and better rates.
What is on, and when
Long summer days, July
Copenhagen lives outdoors, with harbour baths and late, light evenings.
Christmas at Tivoli, December
The historic gardens glow with lights and festive markets.
Watch out
Hard cold
Nov to Mar.
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