What is the climate like in Copenhagen?

Copenhagen has an oceanic climate, influenced by its proximity to the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Winters are mild, with average temperatures ranging from 0 to 5 degrees Celsius (32 to 41 degrees Fahrenheit). Summers are cool, with average temperatures ranging from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius (59 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit). However, temperatures can sometimes reach up to 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) during the summer months. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of around 570 millimeters (22 inches). Snowfall is not uncommon during the winter months, but it typically does not accumulate for long periods of time.

Spring (March-May) in Copenhagen is characterized by mild temperatures, increasing rainfall, and longer days. The average temperature in March is around 3 degrees Celsius (37 degrees Fahrenheit), while in May it averages around 14 degrees Celsius (57 degrees Fahrenheit). Rain is common in spring, with an average of around 40 millimeters (1.6 inches) of precipitation in March and around 60 millimeters (2.4 inches) in May. Daylight hours increase significantly during spring, with the sun rising by 6:00 AM and setting by 9:00 PM in March, and rising by 5:00 AM and setting by 10:30 PM in May.

Summer (June-August) in Copenhagen is known for its mild temperatures, long daylight hours, and occasional rainfall. The average temperature in June is around 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit), while in August it averages around 19 degrees Celsius (66 degrees Fahrenheit). Rainfall is relatively low in summer, with an average of around 50 millimeters (2 inches) of precipitation in June and around 40 millimeters (1.6 inches) in August. Daylight hours are at their peak during summer, with the sun rising by 4:00 AM and setting by 11:00 PM in June, and rising by 4:30 AM and setting by 10:30 PM in August.

Fall (September-November) in Copenhagen brings decreasing temperatures, increasing rainfall, and shorter days. The average temperature in September is around 14 degrees Celsius (57 degrees Fahrenheit), while in November it averages around 5 degrees Celsius (41 degrees Fahrenheit). Rain becomes more common in fall, with an average of around 60 millimeters (2.4 inches) of precipitation in September and around 80 millimeters (3.1 inches) in November. Daylight hours decrease significantly during fall, with the sun rising by 6:00 AM and setting by 8:00 PM in September, and rising by 7:00 AM and setting by 4:30 PM in November.

Winter (December-February) in Copenhagen is characterized by cold temperatures, occasional snowfall, and short days. The average temperature in December is around 1 degree Celsius (34 degrees Fahrenheit), while in February it averages around 2 degrees Celsius (36 degrees Fahrenheit). Snowfall is common in winter, with an average of around 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) of snow in December and around 15 centimeters (5.9 inches) in February. Daylight hours are at their shortest during winter, with the sun rising by 8:00 AM and setting by 3:30 PM in December, and rising by 8:30 AM and setting by 4:30 PM in February.