If you plan to visit Copenhague in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +43°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 28 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
+5°F
Min.
+63°F
Max.
28 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhague has OK weather in March.
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Average temperature in Copenhague in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Copenhague for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +54°F during the day to a minimum of +23°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +45°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +45°F to +50°F.
Is Copenhague warm or cold in March?
Copenhague is typically chill in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +37°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +30°F to +32°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Copenhague:
Water temperature in Copenhague in March
Water in Copenhague in March is Cold. It varies from +32°F to +41°F, with an average of +36°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +43°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Copenhague 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 Copenhague in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Copenhague in March, 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
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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.
Climate in Copenhague in March
Copenhague weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+37°F
+43°F
+50°F
Min. temperature
+3°F
+5°F
+23°F
Max. temperature
+57°F
+63°F
+75°F
Rainfall
23 mm
28 mm
29 mm
Wind
6 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+36°F
+36°F
+42°F
Humidity
84%
80%
73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
3
5
8
Cloudy days
11
12
10
Rainy days
7
9
11
Snowy days
8
5
1
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +37°F to +43°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 23 mm to 28 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 84% to 80%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 6 m/s to 5 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 3 to 5.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Copenhague in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Copenhague is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Copenhague based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 74 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Copenhague 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 25% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Copenhague based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of snow on an average day in March, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 7 mm.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Copenhague?
This is the weather in Copenhague in March 2024:
1 March
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+45°F
2 March
☀️
+46°F
3 March
☁️
+43°F
4 March
☀️
+40°F
5 March
☀️
+39°F
6 March
☁️
+38°F
7 March
🌨️
+37°F
8 March
☀️
+38°F
9 March
☁️
+37°F
10 March
☁️
+37°F
11 March
☁️
+40°F
12 March
☁️
+40°F
13 March
🌧️
+52°F
14 March
☁️
+49°F
15 March
🌧️
+43°F
16 March
☁️
+41°F
17 March
☁️
+44°F
18 March
🌧️
+52°F
19 March
🌫️
+53°F
20 March
🌧️
+46°F
21 March
🌫️
+45°F
22 March
🌫️
+49°F
23 March
🌧️
+54°F
24 March
☁️
+53°F
25 March
🌧️
+51°F
26 March
☁️
+44°F
27 March
☀️
+41°F
28 March
☀️
+42°F
29 March
🌧️
+45°F
30 March
🌫️
+50°F
31 March
☁️
+49°F
In March 2024 Copenhague had 7 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +45°F, with an absolute maximum of +54°F and a minimum of +37°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Copenhague climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Copenhague in March 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 Copenhague in March:
Is March a good time to visit Copenhague?
It’s always a good time to visit Copenhague, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Copenhague in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Copenhague in March?
Swimming in Copenhague in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Copenhague rainy in March?
Copenhague is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Copenhague in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Copenhague in March, 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.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Copenhague, 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.
