Best Time to Visit Copenhagen
Best time to visit Copenhagen: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Copenhagen
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Copenhagen month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37° | 31° | 2,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 32° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 46° | 37° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 41° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 61° | 49° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 56° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 70° | 59° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 59° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 66° | 57° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 48° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 46° | 40° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 38° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Copenhagen compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Copenhagen.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburg | 179 mi | 51°F | +34°F warmer | 35 in |
| Germany | 221 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 25 in |
| Berlin | 221 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 25 in |
| Brandenburg Gate | 221 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 25 in |
| Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 232 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 24 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Copenhagen
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Copenhagen is a city in Denmark. Copenhagen is known for Nyhavn, design and cycling culture. It has a population of about 650.000.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Copenhagen with overcast. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 56°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Copenhagen is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 70°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Copenhagen Airport (CPH), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Brandenburg Gate.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 2.7°F below the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Copenhagen today at 9.2/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Copenhagen right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:45 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 66° / 56°
Light drizzle · 99% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 66° / 62°
Light drizzle · 67% rain · wind 12 mph
Things to do in Copenhagen
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Copenhagen.
Quick facts about Copenhagen
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Copenhagen?
Copenhagen is a city in Denmark. Its coordinates are 55.6761, 12.5683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Copenhagen right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Copenhagen?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Copenhagen, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Copenhagen in?
Copenhagen observes Europe/Copenhagen (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:45 AM.
How many people live in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a population of approximately 650.000.
What is the nearest airport to Copenhagen?
The closest airports are Copenhagen Airport (CPH), 5 mi away and Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 232 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Copenhagen?
Popular options include Brandenburg Gate.
What places are in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen covers 1 places in this atlas, including Copenhagen Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:45 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
