Copenhagen weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 22°C
Coldest
February · -2°C
Wettest
July · 66 mm
Best season
May, June, July, August, September
When is the best time to visit Copenhagen
Copenhagen has an oceanic climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 21°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 4°C by day and -1°C at night. The hottest month is July (22°C) and the coldest is February (-2°C).
The best time to visit is May, June, July, August, September, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. January, February, December can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Copenhagen temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3° | -1° | 49 mm | |
| Feb | 3° | -2° | 39 mm | |
| Mar | 6° | 0° | 38 mm | |
| Apr | 11° | 3° | 36 mm | |
| May | 16° | 8° | 42 mm | |
| Jun● | 19° | 11° | 56 mm | |
| Jul | 22° | 13° | 66 mm | |
| Aug | 21° | 13° | 65 mm | |
| Sep | 18° | 10° | 60 mm | |
| Oct | 12° | 7° | 63 mm | |
| Nov | 8° | 3° | 62 mm | |
| Dec | 5° | 1° | 59 mm |
Seasons in Copenhagen
Spring
11° / 4°
cool
Rain: ~39 mm/mo
Summer
21° / 12°
mild
Rain: ~62 mm/mo
Autumn
13° / 7°
cool
Rain: ~62 mm/mo
Winter
4° / -1°
cold
Rain: ~49 mm/mo
When to visit Copenhagen
✓ Best months
May, June, July, August, September
~ Less comfortable
January, February, December
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves — winter temperatures drop below freezing.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.