August · Denmark
Best time to visit Copenhagen in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Copenhagen in August
Average temperature 18°C, 91 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.7/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 91 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Copenhagen scores 7.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 91 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
From May to September, 17-hour daylight fuels harbor swims and bike rides past Nyhavn's lit facades.
August holds up well in Copenhagen — 4th best month
August averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 91 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Copenhagen in August?
- In August, Copenhagen averages 18°C, 91 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Copenhagen?
- August earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Copenhagen in August?
- Expect about 91 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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