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Copenhagen in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Copenhagen in February and see if it is worth visiting.
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February

Weather in Copenhagen in February 2025

OK Weather
Chill
☁️
Cloudy
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$483 - $483
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Cold water
Copenhagen in February usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +37°F and roughly 3 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 8 snowy days with an average precipitation of 21 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+37°F
Avg. max. temperature
+3°F
Min.
+57°F
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhagen has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Copenhagen in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Copenhagen for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in February is +43°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +50°F during the day and a minimum of +27°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 31% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +41°F to +48°F.

Is Copenhagen warm or cold in February?

Copenhagen is typically chill in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +37°F to +37°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +30°F to +30°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

February is one of the coolest months in Copenhagen, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Copenhagen in February

Water in Copenhagen in February is Cold. It varies from +31°F to +41°F, with an average of +36°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +37°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Copenhagen are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +64°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +36°F.

Can you swim in Copenhagen in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Copenhagen in February, the water is very cold (+36°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Travel to Copenhagen

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36
Flights per week
$483
Min. Price
$483
Max. Price

Climate in Copenhagen in February

Copenhagen weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+37°F+37°F+43°F
Min. temperature
-4°F+3°F+5°F
Max. temperature
+52°F+57°F+63°F
Rainfall
32 mm21 mm28 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+37°F+36°F+36°F
Humidity
86%84%80%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
235
Cloudy days
121112
Rainy days
979
Snowy days
885

February weather is still as ok as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +37°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 32 mm to 21 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 86% to 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 6 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 2 to 3.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Copenhagen in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Copenhagen is gradually decreasing during February, going from 11 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in February stands at 29%, leading to total precipitation of around 45 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Copenhagen wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 21 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during February in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in February is 4%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.

February is one of the snowiest months in Copenhagen.

Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last February in Copenhagen?

This is the weather in Copenhagen in February 2023:
1 February
🌧️
+41°F
2 February
☁️
+39°F
3 February
🌧️
+44°F
4 February
☁️
+33°F
5 February
☁️
+35°F
6 February
☁️
+34°F
7 February
☁️
+35°F
8 February
☀️
+39°F
9 February
☁️
+38°F
10 February
☁️
+44°F
11 February
☁️
+49°F
12 February
☁️
+50°F
13 February
☁️
+48°F
14 February
☁️
+41°F
15 February
🌫️
+39°F
16 February
🌫️
+42°F
17 February
🌧️
+49°F
18 February
☀️
+44°F
19 February
☁️
+43°F
20 February
🌧️
+47°F
21 February
☁️
+48°F
22 February
☁️
+41°F
23 February
☁️
+42°F
24 February
🌧️
+42°F
25 February
🌨️
+35°F
26 February
☀️
+39°F
27 February
☁️
+43°F
28 February
☀️
+48°F
In February 2023 Copenhagen had 4 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +43°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 25 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Copenhagen climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Copenhagen in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+48°F) and the highest in 2020 (+56°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 322 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1019 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Copenhagen in February:

Is February a good time to visit Copenhagen?

It’s always a good time to visit Copenhagen, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Copenhagen in February?

Not really, February is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Copenhagen in February?

Swimming in Copenhagen in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Copenhagen rainy in February?

Copenhagen is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Copenhagen in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Copenhagen in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

How much does it cost to fly to Copenhagen in February?

The normal prices to fly to Copenhagen is $483 - $483. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

Other cities in Denmark

Check out the weather for other cities in Denmark.

Monthly weather in Copenhagen

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Copenhagen, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.