The mild climate, moderated by the Gulf Stream, ensures a slightly warmer climate than would be appropriate for the latitude.
Count on the typical four seasons, with spring in April and May, summer from June to August with the highest temperatures, and autumn from September to November, which tends to be rainy and almost always cloudy.
Winters tend to be mild, but frost and snow can also occur in Copenhagen. However, most of the precipitation is rain and sub-zero temperatures are not as common as in other Nordic capitals.
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What are the warmest months in Copenhagen?
Summer visits the city between June and August, when temperatures are at their highest.
The average temperature during these months is around 23 °C, with a maximum of 30 °C, but very cold days of around 15 °C are not uncommon, especially when it's rainy.
When is it coldest in Copenhagen?
December, January and February are the coldest months, with average temperatures around 3 °C. Hard frosts are rare, but especially at night the temperature can drop to -1 to -2 °C quite often.
What are the rainiest months in Copenhagen?
Precipitation is spread more or less evenly throughout the year. There is no rainy season in Copenhagen when it rains significantly more.
Statistically, the rainiest summer months are from June to September because of the stronger storms that bring more water, but on the other hand it rains for a shorter period of time than in winter.
Copenhagen rarely gets prolonged rains and it usually rains for a day at most. However, cloudy skies can last for weeks, especially in winter.
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When to go to Copenhagen
The ideal time to visit will undoubtedly be spring and summer, when you can enjoy the blooming nature to the full and not have to carry a suitcase of warm clothes.
Unlike other European capitals, Copenhagen is not prone to extreme heat, so a trip in June, July or August practically guarantees very pleasant summer weather. Always count on the fact that a light rain jacket or a light sweater can come in handy even during the summer.
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Winter and autumn are often characterised by gloomy weather with inclement temperatures between 3°C and 10°C, but with plenty of indoor activities and often very cheap flights, don't dismiss a visit during this period.