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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Denmark for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-3 °C to 22 °C
2 °C to 16 °C
1.22 – 2.72 in (7 – 14 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 7.5 °C (Aalborg) and 8.6 °C (Copenhagen)
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Geographical location
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Denmark is located north of Germany and the Federal Republic is the only internal border to a neighbouring country. The capital of the Kingdom is Copenhagen, whose metropolitan area is home to over 1.3 million people.
Denmark covers an area of around 27000 square miles and is home to 5.7 million people. The population density is thus only around 130 inhabitants per square kilometre (in comparison Germany: 223 people per km²).
Denmark is a so-called intercontinental state, as the official territory includes not only the Danish heartland between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, but also the Faroe Islands and Greenland. The Faroe Islands are geographically part of Europe, but Greenland is the largest island on earth in the Arctic part of North America.
The official currency is the Danish krone, Denmark has not yet adopted the euro. Largest cities after the capital Copenhagen are Aarhus in Midtjylland, Odense in the region of Syddanmark, Aalborg, Esbjerg and Randers.
Climate in Denmark
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Denmark has a cool temperate climate, with mild summers and cool winters. The popular travel destination in Scandinavia is almost completely surrounded by water, this natural barrier has a great influence on the weather and provides for maritime influences. This is reflected, for example, in the reduced winter temperatures caused by the North Atlantic current.
As a rule, permafrost is also rare in winter; although the values are often below freezing at night, they usually reach between 2 °C to 5 °C during the day between December and March. Western Denmark has quite moderate rainfall, in eastern Denmark it is even drier. There is no rainy season, there can be little rainfall every month.
Statistically most of the rain falls even in high summer (July). Day temperatures are usually between 19 °C to 23 °C, at night it cools down to 12 °C to 14 °C. Between May and August you can expect long days and lots of sunshine (up to 8.7 hours of sunshine per day).
Best Time to Visit Denmark: Overview
JanuaryJan Winter maximalmax. 2 °C | FebruaryFeb Winter maximalmax. 2 °C | MarchMar Spring maximalmax. 5 °C | AprilApr Good time to traveltime usually Pleasant | MayMay Good time to traveltime mostly Perfectmostly perfect climate in Denmark | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Denmark |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Denmark | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Denmark | SeptemberSep Good time to traveltime mostly Perfectmostly perfect climate in Denmark | OctoberOct Suitable time to traveltime MaximumMax. 12 °C Water max. 12 °C | NovemberNov Late autumn maximalmax. 7 °C | DecemberDec Winter maximalmax. 4 °C |
When to go to Denmark?
The mild climate in summer offers ideal conditions for a holiday in Denmark and is therefore recommended as the best time to travel. However, the water temperatures in the Baltic and North Sea are more suitable all year round for the”hard-boiled”, since even in high summer temperatures rarely exceed 17 °C in the sea. On windless, particularly warm days, however, these values are ideal for a short refreshment – it is and remains a leap into the cool water.
The Danish island of Bornholm is known for its summerly good weather, statistically speaking the climate there is particularly friendly by Danish standards. In autumn and spring a bathing holiday is inconceivable anyway, but then there are still good temperatures for a city trip or long walks by the sea.
Copenhagen in particular, but also many smaller cities, have their very own charm in wintertime. So we do not generally advise against a trip to Denmark in winter, but summer is without a doubt the best time to travel in Scandinavia.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Denmark) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Copenhagen | May, June, July, August, and September |
| Aalborg | June, July, and August |
Climate Charts Denmark
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Copenhagen
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Denmark
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Denmark, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Copenhagen (Denmark)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 2° | 2° | 5° | 11° | 16° | 20° | 22° | 21° | 18° | 12° | 7° | 4° |
| Night Temperature | -2° | -3° | -1° | 3° | 8° | 11° | 14° | 14° | 11° | 7° | 3° | 1° |
| Water Temperature | 3° | 2° | 3° | 5° | 9° | 14° | 16° | 16° | 14° | 12° | 8° | 5° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 2.01 | 1.22 | 1.65 | 1.65 | 1.69 | 2.13 | 2.72 | 2.48 | 2.44 | 2.32 | 2.44 | 2.28 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 10 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Copenhagen is 8.6 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (17.2 °C)
Coldest month: January (0.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Copenhagen is 16 °C. Bathing would be very uncomfortable.
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 25.04 inch on 114 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, April, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.7 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Aalborg (Denmark)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 2° | 2° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 16° | 12° | 7° | 3° |
| Night Temperature | -3° | -3° | -1° | 2° | 6° | 10° | 12° | 11° | 9° | 6° | 2° | -1° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.69 | 1.38 | 1.38 | 1.42 | 1.73 | 2.01 | 2.48 | 2.24 | 2.56 | 2.6 | 2.44 | 2.17 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Aalborg is 7.5 °C.Warmest month: July (15.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (-0.4 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 24.09 inch on 120 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, April, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
For culture lovers, the capital Copenhagen has endless possibilities to offer. Whether the Royal Theatre, the Opera House or the futuristically designed Concert Hall, Copenhagen has something for everyone. The famous bronze sculpture of the Little Mermaid (Den Lille Havfrue) is a world-famous symbol located in the port of the city. It is the symbol of Copenhagen and world-famous.
Other famous sights of Denmark are the castles Amalienborg and Rosenborg, the chalk cliffs Mön Klint and the rune stones of Jelling in the heart of Jutland. Aarhus has a popular open-air museum and the Moesgaard Museum, while families with children love Legoland Billund above all. If you like deep sea fishing in Denmark, you will find boat rentals and fishing boats in Spodsbjerg on the island of Langeland.
Popular Activities
Copenhagen: Canal Cruise from Nyhavn
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Copenhagen: Roskilde, Frederiksborg & Kronborg Day Tour | Copenhagen: Red Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour | Lund & Malmö: Guided Tour of 2 Countries in One Day | Copenhagen Highlights: 3-Hour Bike Tour | Copenhagen: 3 Hour Bike Tour with Guide | Copenhagen: Tivoli Gardens Unlimited Ride Pass | Copenhagen: 1 or 2-Hour Segway Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Copenhagen (Station Frederiksberg Kommune)
broken clouds, 0.6 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 6 mph W
Air Pressure: 1041 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Air Pressure: 1041 hPa Humidity: 89 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 10:26 am
The next days …
| 7th Feb 2023 | 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 |
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| 0 °C to 3 °C | 0 °C to 4 °C |  0 °C to 2 °C | 1 °C to 3 °C |  2 °C to 7 °C |  0 °C to 3 °C |
| 0 °C to 3 °C | 0 °C to 4 °C | 0 °C to 2 °C | 1 °C to 3 °C | 2 °C to 7 °C | 0 °C to 3 °C |
| Clouds: 81 % | Clouds: 55 % | Clouds: 92 % | Clouds: 6 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 44 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.01 in of snow | 0.06 in of snow | 0.23 in of rain | No Precipitation |
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following region:Hottest Month
July: 22 °C
Day Temperature in Copenhagen
July: 22 °CDay Temperature in Copenhagen
Coldest Month
February: -3 °C
Night Temperature in Copenhagen
February: -3 °CNight Temperature in Copenhagen
Rainiest Month
July: 2.72 in
Rain in Copenhagen
July: 2.72 inRain in Copenhagen
Driest Month
February: 1.22 in
Rain in Copenhagen
February: 1.22 inRain in Copenhagen
Maximum Water Temperature
July: 16 °C
Water Temperature in Copenhagen
July: 16 °CWater Temperature in Copenhagen
Sunniest Month
May: 9 hours/day
Sunshine in Copenhagen
May: 9 hours/daySunshine in Copenhagen
Activities and Attractions
Copenhagen: Tivoli Gardens and Unlimited Rides Combo Pass
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Copenhagen: Guided Segway Tour with Live Commentary
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Copenhagen: 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Classic Bus Tour
Bus & Minivan Tours
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Distances to Denmark
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | 590 mi | 3850 mi | 5600 mi |
| Aalborg | 560 mi | 3720 mi | 5460 mi |
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Denmark: Experiences of our Visitors
At the beginning there was sunshine and then it started to snow. It was quite cold, but perfect weather to experience the Scandinavian winter.
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
For the north rather warm (temperatures never below 0°C), but wind and rain every day, only on one of 4 days short periods of sunshine
Weather Rating: 1 stars – Mostly bad