May · Denmark
Best time to visit Copenhagen in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Sunny days
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
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 sunny days this month.
From May to September, 17-hour daylight fuels harbor swims and bike rides past Nyhavn's lit facades.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Copenhagen in May?
- In May, Copenhagen averages 12°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 27 sunny days. 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 sunny days.
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