Odense, South Denmark Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Odense, South Denmark gets 670 mm of precipitation a year over about 164 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Odense climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Odense, South Denmark has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 21°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

How much rain does Odense get?

Odense gets 670 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 164 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 59% of Germany.

August is the wettest month, with 83 mm. April is the driest, with 31 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to June 18, 2023.

Odense weather by month

Odense weather in January

In January, Odense averages a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The January record high is 13°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (2010).

Odense weather in February

In February, Odense averages a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 16°C (2021) and the record low is -14°C (2012).

Odense weather in March

In March, Odense averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2014) and the record low is -9°C (2005).

Odense weather in April

In April, Odense averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (2013).

Odense weather in May

In May, Odense averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The May record high is 27°C (2005) and the record low is -2°C (2013).

Odense weather in June

In June, Odense averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2000) and the record low is 3°C (2012). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Odense weather in July

In July, Odense averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 7°C (2015). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Odense weather in August

In August, Odense averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is 7°C (2015).

Odense weather in September

In September, Odense averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is 3°C (2020). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Odense weather in October

In October, Odense averages a high of 13°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 22°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (2012).

Odense weather in November

In November, Odense averages a high of 8°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2020) and the record low is -10°C (2023).

Odense weather in December

In December, Odense averages a high of 6°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2006) and the record low is -13°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Odense

April is the sunniest month in Odense, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Odense is sunnier than 60% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in April at 70%.

First and last freeze in Odense

The first fall freeze in Odense typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around April 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 216 days.

Odense weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Odense station is 33°C, on July 31, 2018. The coldest is -14°C, on February 7, 2012.

The wettest day on record brought 54 mm of rain, on July 22, 2025.

The best time to visit Odense

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 8°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January59 mm1689%23%-16°13°-13°
February43 mm1385%25%-16°16°-14°
March42 mm1279%40%-16°18°-9°
April31 mm1070%46%-14°26°-4°
May45 mm1270%39%-11°27°-2°
June65 mm1370%42%-9°33°
July68 mm1374%36%-8°33°
August83 mm1573%40%-8°31°
September55 mm1380%35%-8°28°
October68 mm1686%26%-11°22°-2°
November51 mm1589%20%-12°19°-10°
December60 mm1691%16%-15°14°-13°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Odense climate questions

How much rain does Odense get?

Odense gets 670 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 164 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Odense?

August is the wettest month in Odense, with 83 mm. April is the driest, with 31 mm.

How many rainy days does Odense have a year?

Odense has about 164 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Odense?

July is the warmest month in Odense, with an average high of 21°C.

What is the coldest month in Odense?

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

What is the record high temperature in Odense?

The record high at the Odense station is 33°C, set on July 31, 2018. The record low is -14°C, on February 7, 2012.

What is the sunniest month in Odense?

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

When is the first frost in Odense?

The first fall freeze in Odense typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around April 16.

What is the best time to visit Odense?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SCHONHAGEN (OSTSEEBAD) (87 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SCHONHAGEN (OSTSEEBAD).