Denmark Copenhagen Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Copenhagen is very-high
August is very-high for Copenhagen.
Sea-temp peaks at 18°C. Copenhagen Pride is the cultural highlight.
Travel score
Copenhagen August Weather Stats
Avg High
21°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
11
75mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
18°C
swimming possible (warmest)
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sea-temp 18°C warmest
- Copenhagen Pride
- Beach swimming
- Korean Liberation Day usable
Cons
- Hotel rates near July peak
- Rain 11 days/month
- Liberation Day airfare spike
August Events & Festivals
- Copenhagen Pride (mid-August)
- Sea swimming warmest
- Korean Liberation Day
Copenhagen in August — Full Picture
Sea-temp peaks at 18°C. Copenhagen Pride is the cultural highlight.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Korean Liberation Day fits this period.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11°C
3.3°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current20.3°C
12.3°C
10.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
12°C
6.3°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
3.3°C
-1.3°C
10/mo
Copenhagen Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -2° | 11d·50mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -2° | 8d·30mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | 0° | 9d·35mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 9d·35mm | 6h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 7° | 8d·40mm | 8h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·50mm | 9h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 21° | 13° | 10d·70mm | 8h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 7h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·55mm | 5h | 78% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·60mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 3° | 12d·65mm | 1h | 87% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 4° | 0° | 11d·55mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Copenhagen August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Copenhagen in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Copenhagen in August?
Copenhagen August averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Copenhagen in August?
Copenhagen August averages 75mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Copenhagen in August?
Like July. Korean Liberation Day fits this period.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Copenhagen in August?
Copenhagen August sunrise is 05:39 and sunset is 20:46, with 15h 7min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Copenhagen in August?
Copenhagen August air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Copenhagen in August?
In August, Copenhagen is great for Tivoli, Copenhagen Pride, Amager Strand.
Is August peak season in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.