May · Denmark
Best time to visit Copenhagen in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Copenhagen in May
Average temperature 12°C, 31 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Copenhagen scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 12°C, 31 mm of rain, and roughly 27 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.
May in Copenhagen — the year's strongest window
May averages 12°C (54°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 31 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Copenhagen at 8.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Copenhagen in May?
- In May, Copenhagen averages 12°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Copenhagen?
- May earns a 8.9/10 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 May?
- Expect about 31 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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