Are you considering a trip to Copenhagen in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and about 9 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 40 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Copenhagen
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
40 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhagen has good weather in May.
Average temperature in Copenhagen in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Copenhagen for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +61°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +73°F during the day and a minimum of +37°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +68°F.
Is Copenhagen warm or cold in May?
Copenhagen is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +50°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +46°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Copenhagen:
Water temperature in Copenhagen in May
Water in Copenhagen in May is Cold. It varies from +45°F to +56°F, with an average of +50°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +59°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 May?
We would not recommend swimming in Copenhagen in May, the water is very cold (+50°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
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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.
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Flights per week
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Climate in Copenhagen in May
Copenhagen weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+50°F
+59°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+23°F
+32°F
+39°F
Max. temperature
+75°F
+81°F
+88°F
Rainfall
28 mm
40 mm
52 mm
Wind
5 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+42°F
+50°F
+59°F
Humidity
73%
70%
72%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
8
9
7
Cloudy days
10
9
8
Rainy days
11
12
13
Snowy days
1
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +50°F to +59°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 28 mm to 40 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 70%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 8 to 9.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Copenhagen in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 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 increasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 12 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain.Copenhagen is amazing in May with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May 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.
How was the weather last May in Copenhagen?
This is the weather in Copenhagen in May 2023:
1 May
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+57°F
2 May
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+54°F
3 May
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+54°F
4 May
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+55°F
5 May
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+47°F
6 May
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+51°F
7 May
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+58°F
8 May
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+58°F
9 May
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+60°F
10 May
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+64°F
11 May
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+67°F
12 May
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+69°F
13 May
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+69°F
14 May
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+68°F
15 May
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+70°F
16 May
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+56°F
17 May
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+55°F
18 May
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+56°F
19 May
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+61°F
20 May
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+63°F
21 May
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+72°F
22 May
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+74°F
23 May
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+57°F
24 May
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+65°F
25 May
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+62°F
26 May
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+62°F
27 May
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+63°F
28 May
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+65°F
29 May
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+64°F
30 May
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+69°F
31 May
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+68°F
In May 2023 Copenhagen had 13 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +46°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 28%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 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 May 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 May:
Is May a good time to visit Copenhagen?
May is a really good time to go to Copenhagen. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Copenhagen.
Can you sunbathe in Copenhagen in May?
May has mild temperatures in Copenhagen. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Copenhagen in May?
Swimming in Copenhagen in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Copenhagen rainy in May?
Copenhagen is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Copenhagen in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Copenhagen in May, 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 May?
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.
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.
