Copenhagen, Capital Region Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Copenhagen get?

Copenhagen gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 163 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 50% of Sweden.

August is the wettest month, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 32 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to May 9, 2022.

Copenhagen weather by month

Copenhagen weather in January

In January, Copenhagen averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The January record high is 11°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (2003).

Copenhagen weather in February

In February, Copenhagen averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The February record high is 14°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1996).

Copenhagen weather in March

In March, Copenhagen averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2017) and the record low is -16°C (2005).

Copenhagen weather in April

In April, Copenhagen averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (1996) and the record low is -8°C (1997).

Copenhagen weather in May

In May, Copenhagen averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (2011). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Copenhagen weather in June

In June, Copenhagen averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Copenhagen weather in July

In July, Copenhagen averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (1996). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Copenhagen weather in August

In August, Copenhagen averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (2021).

Copenhagen weather in September

In September, Copenhagen averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Copenhagen weather in October

In October, Copenhagen averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Copenhagen weather in November

In November, Copenhagen averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2020) and the record low is -13°C (2023).

Copenhagen weather in December

In December, Copenhagen averages a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 12°C (2006) and the record low is -22°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Copenhagen

April is the sunniest month in Copenhagen, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. Copenhagen is sunnier than 73% of Sweden.

Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in April at 68%.

First and last freeze in Copenhagen

The first fall freeze in Copenhagen typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 180 days.

Copenhagen weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Copenhagen station is 35°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -22°C, on December 22, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 78 mm of rain, on July 5, 2007.

57 all-time records have been set at the station since 1990.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1990.

The best time to visit Copenhagen

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.

Copenhagen climate questions

How much rain does Copenhagen get?

Copenhagen gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 163 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Copenhagen?

August is the wettest month in Copenhagen, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 32 mm.

How many rainy days does Copenhagen have a year?

Copenhagen has about 163 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Copenhagen?

July is the warmest month in Copenhagen, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Copenhagen?

January is the coldest month in Copenhagen, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Copenhagen?

The record high at the Copenhagen station is 35°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -22°C, on December 22, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Copenhagen?

April is the sunniest month in Copenhagen, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Copenhagen?

The first fall freeze in Copenhagen typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 22.

What is the best time to visit Copenhagen?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.