What May feels like in Copenhagen
Late spring arrives in Copenhagen with May. Expect cool, jacket-on afternoons — comfortable for a long walk. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Copenhagen in May
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Wet days average about 4.6 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. Across the year Copenhagen averages about 5 mm per rainy day, so May is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in May
On 15 May the sun rises at about 5:00 am and sets around 9:12 pm local time, giving 16 h 12 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 2 h 6 min more daylight than in mid-April. The sun is out for roughly 74% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
In Copenhagen's temperature order, May sits as the 5th warmest month. Against April, the average high is 4.5°C (8.1°F) higher, with 14 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into June. By June, typical highs are 19.1°C (66.4°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Copenhagen in May
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
A light jacket or knit layer is enough for most of the day.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Copenhagen in May?
Expect around 15.4°C (59.7°F) in the afternoon and 8.5°C (47.3°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Copenhagen in May?
It does: about 11 rainy days bring roughly 51 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Copenhagen in May?
The numbers point to rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is May or June better for visiting Copenhagen?
June, clearly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Copenhagen's months, against #5 for the other. June is warmer.