The weather in May in Denmark
It's cool to moderate in May in Denmark with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 11°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Denmark. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for 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 29°C in 2018, Denmark reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 62 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Denmark
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Denmark. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Denmark | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 62 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Denmark with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Denmark is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°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 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Check out the climate of Denmark for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Denmark is based on weather data from Copenhagen. Other places, like Billund, North Denmark or Aarhus, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Denmark to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Denmark. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Denmark
Temperature in May in Denmark over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in 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 May in Denmark
Total precipitation in May in Denmark over the years
Daily UV index in May in Denmark
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Denmark, 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 May in Denmark
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It was neither too cold nor too hot, with some rainy days. Ideal for sightseeing, but not perfect for a sun or winter vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Denmark by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Denmark. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.