Monthly climate guide
Copenhagen weather in May
Expect cool weather in Copenhagen in May: afternoons reach about 15°C (59°F), while nights drop to around 8°C (47°F). Around 38 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 260 km apart, but Copenhagen runs about 2°C warmer than Skagen this month.
- In Copenhagen, May is late spring.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
Avg high
15°C
59°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
38 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
57%
cloud · often cloudy
Copenhagen weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | 0°C / 32°F | 62 mm | 92% | 85% |
| February | 3°C / 37°F | 0°C / 31°F | 46 mm | 91% | 81% |
| March | 6°C / 42°F | 1°C / 34°F | 41 mm | 88% | 71% |
| April | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 33 mm | 82% | 59% |
| May | 15°C / 59°F | 8°C / 47°F | 38 mm | 80% | 57% |
| June | 19°C / 65°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 79% | 62% |
| July | 21°C / 69°F | 15°C / 58°F | 64 mm | 78% | 63% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 68 mm | 79% | 62% |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 12°C / 54°F | 53 mm | 82% | 66% |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 9°C / 47°F | 68 mm | 87% | 74% |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 5°C / 41°F | 57 mm | 92% | 78% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | 2°C / 36°F | 68 mm | 93% | 84% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Copenhagen →Other Denmark cities in May
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Copenhagen in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Copenhagen, with highs around 15°C and about 38 mm of rain.
How warm is Copenhagen in May?
Average highs are about 15°C (59°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Copenhagen in May?
Copenhagen typically gets around 38 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Copenhagen (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.