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DenmarkThe weather in December in Copenhagen
It's cold in December in Copenhagen with an average temperature of 6°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 8°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 4°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Copenhagen, Denmark. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 12°C in 2016, Copenhagen reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -14°C to a highest value of 10°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Copenhagen is 8°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,9 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Copenhagen
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Copenhagen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Copenhagen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 6°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 8°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 0°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 71 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,9 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Copenhagen with cold temps, averaging around 6°C during the day and nights around 3°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 6°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Copenhagen is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Copenhagen, Denmark. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Copenhagen
Temperature in December in Copenhagen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Copenhagen, Denmark. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Copenhagen
Total precipitation in December in Copenhagen over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Copenhagen
Snowfall in December in Copenhagen per year
Daily UV index in December in Copenhagen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Copenhagen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Copenhagen
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I also encountered some snow and rain. But the cozy Christmas atmosphere made up for the cold.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Copenhagen by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Copenhagen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.