Our verdict
The best time to visit Denmark is April-August
The very hottest temperatures in Copenhagen, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Denmark, tend to reach around 23℃ (73℉) in the height of summer. The temperature at night in the winter can drop to as low as -4℃ (25℉), although this can differ at other destinations across Denmark depending on the geography.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Denmark, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in August are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Denmark usually falls during the months surrounding August each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Denmark seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Denmark is in the Northern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
Season | Months |
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Summer | June to August |
Autumn/fall | September to November |
Winter | December to February |
Spring | March to May |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Denmark
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Copenhagen | April-August | ↑↓ | 3℃1℃ | 3℃0℃ | 5℃2℃ | 10℃5℃ | 14℃9℃ | 18℃13℃ | 20℃15℃ | 20℃16℃ | 17℃13℃ | 12℃9℃ | 8℃6℃ | 5℃2℃ |
Top FAQs
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