Copenhagen · AutumnMonth summary
Copenhagen weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
48°F – 55°F
🌧 Rainy days
42% of days
☀️ Sunshine
5.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Copenhagen in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Copenhagen in October: 42% rain, 5.9h of sunshine. Better to wait for June.
By trip type
Copenhagen in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Copenhagen. Temperatures drop (13°F) and rain returns (42% of days). Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 34°F | 39°F | 40% | 0.1in | 2.0h | 1.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 34°F | 41°F | 39% | 0.1in | 4.8h | 3.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 45°F | 35% | 0.1in | 7.0h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌫️ April | 39°F | 50°F | 30% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 6.4/10 |
| ⛅ May | 48°F | 59°F | 31% | 0.1in | 13.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 55°F | 68°F | 33% | 0.1in | 13.8h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 59°F | 68°F | 42% | 0.1in | 13.5h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 68°F | 38% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 55°F | 64°F | 35% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 48°F | 55°F | 42% | 0.1in | 5.9h | 4.4/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 41°F | 46°F | 38% | 0.1in | 2.4h | 3.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 37°F | 43°F | 39% | 0.1in | 1.0h | 1.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Copenhagen averages 55°F, 42% rainy days and 5.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.4/10.
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Comparison
October vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +7.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Copenhagen in October
Is October a good time to visit Copenhagen?
October is not recommended for Copenhagen (score 4.4/10). With 42% rainy days and 5.9h of sunshine, consider June (7.7/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Copenhagen in October?
It's cool with 55°F daytime and 48°F at night. 5.9h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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