What August feels like in Copenhagen
August is late summer in Copenhagen. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Copenhagen in August
August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about one day in 2. Wet days average about 6.3 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is heavier than Copenhagen's usual 5 mm per rainy day across the year. August is Copenhagen's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 5:40 am and sets around 8:49 pm local time, giving 15 h 9 min of daylight. Compared with mid-July, the day has lost 1 h 52 min. About 71% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
In Copenhagen's temperature order, August sits as the 2nd warmest month. Compared with July, afternoons are 0.6°C (1.1°F) cooler, with 7 mm more rain. September is cooler again. By September, typical highs are 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Copenhagen in August
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Copenhagen in August?
Expect around 20.4°C (68.7°F) in the afternoon and 14.7°C (58.5°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Copenhagen in August?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 2 and totals about 82 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Copenhagen in August?
The numbers point to rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is August or September better for visiting Copenhagen?
September scores better on our climate ranking (#1 of 12 vs #4), rated Good against Good. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.