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Copenhagen in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Copenhagen in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Copenhagen in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +54°F and roughly 3 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 18 rainy days with an average precipitation of 59 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+54°F
Avg. max. temperature
+21°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
59 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhagen has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Copenhagen in October

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

The temperature in October is +55°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +66°F during the day and a minimum of +39°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 47% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +50°F.

Is Copenhagen warm or cold in October?

Copenhagen is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +63°F to +54°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +52°F to +45°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Copenhagen:

Water temperature in Copenhagen in October

Water in Copenhagen in October is Cold. It varies from +48°F to +61°F, with an average of +55°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +54°F.

In October, 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 October?

We would not recommend swimming in Copenhagen in October, the water is very cold (+55°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
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.

Climate in Copenhagen in October

Copenhagen weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+63°F+54°F+45°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+21°F+16°F
Max. temperature
+79°F+72°F+63°F
Rainfall
55 mm59 mm51 mm
Wind
5 m/s6 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+61°F+55°F+48°F
Humidity
78%82%85%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
532
Cloudy days
999
Rainy days
151817
Snowy days
002

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +63°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +54°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 55 mm to 59 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 82%. Winds are stronger in comparison to September, going up from 5 m/s to 6 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 5 sunny days in September to 3 in October.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 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 increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Copenhagen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 118 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Copenhagen, here is a comparison with other months, 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 October in Copenhagen?

This is the weather in Copenhagen in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+63°F
2 October
🌧️
+65°F
3 October
🌫️
+66°F
4 October
☁️
+61°F
5 October
🌧️
+62°F
6 October
☁️
+62°F
7 October
☁️
+60°F
8 October
☁️
+54°F
9 October
☁️
+54°F
10 October
☁️
+60°F
11 October
☁️
+64°F
12 October
☀️
+57°F
13 October
🌧️
+64°F
14 October
☀️
+58°F
15 October
☁️
+54°F
16 October
☁️
+52°F
17 October
☀️
+54°F
18 October
☁️
+56°F
19 October
☁️
+45°F
20 October
☁️
+44°F
21 October
☁️
+49°F
22 October
🌫️
+56°F
23 October
☁️
+53°F
24 October
🌧️
+53°F
25 October
☁️
+49°F
26 October
☁️
+46°F
27 October
☁️
+44°F
28 October
☁️
+46°F
29 October
🌧️
+54°F
30 October
🌧️
+56°F
31 October
🌧️
+49°F
In October 2023 Copenhagen had 3 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +55°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +45°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 15 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Copenhagen?

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

Can you sunbathe in Copenhagen in October?

October 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 October?

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

Is Copenhagen rainy in October?

Copenhagen is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Copenhagen in October?

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

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.