Your October weather guide
CoolWeather in Copenhagen in October
Copenhagen in October suits a city break if you are happy with cool weather and flexible outdoor plans, but it is not a good choice for warmth. Average daytime highs are 11.8°C, nights fall to 7.8°C, and about 12 days have rain. For a UK traveller, the practical choice is to pack layers and waterproofs, make the most of dry daylight, and leave room to change plans when the weather turns.
Long-term climate averages for Copenhagen, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Copenhagen, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Copenhagen.
- Average daytime high
- 11.8°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 16°C
- Average night-time low
- 7.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 3°C or lower
- Compared with London
- -2.8°C
- London averages 14.6°C in October
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 3.1h
- 31% of 10.1 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 12
- 61 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days over 25°C
- 0%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 19.3°C
- 1995-10-10
- Record low 1991-2020
- -4.1°C
- 2003-10-24
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h
- 982 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How October compares
October is the 6th warmest month of the year in Copenhagen. Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Copenhagen is 2.8°C cooler by day and 0.6°C cooler at night.
Daytime and night-time in October
The typical October day in Copenhagen peaks at 11.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.6°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 7.8°C; one night in ten drops to 3.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 19.3°C (1995-10-10) and the coldest night -4.1°C (2003-10-24).
Rain in October
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 61 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 1998 with 104 mm, the driest 2015 with 17 mm. Humidity averages 83%.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 3.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:41 and sets about 18:10 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 69%.
Is October a good time to visit Copenhagen?
October is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Copenhagen on our scoring are July, August, June.
Cool days, with a sharper chill after dark
Pack for a jacket most days rather than hoping for shirtsleeve weather. The warmer end of October can reach 15.6°C or more, which may feel comfortable for walking, but that is not the temperature to build your packing around. At the colder end, nights can fall to 3.3°C or below, so a warm layer matters if you plan to stay out after dark. A jumper beneath a weatherproof outer layer gives you more flexibility than relying on a light jacket alone. This is a better month for travellers who enjoy walking in cool conditions than for anyone wanting to sit outdoors for long stretches.
Plan around rain and limited sunshine
Rain is a meaningful part of the October trade-off, so keep outdoor plans movable rather than assigning everything to a fixed day. About 3.1 hours of sunshine within 10.1 hours of daylight means you should not expect bright conditions throughout the day, even when it stays dry. Put the outdoor parts of your break into the available daylight and keep indoor time flexible. Waterproof footwear and a rainproof jacket are sensible choices, especially if you intend to do much of your exploring on foot. October can still work for a weather-tolerant traveller, but it is less suitable if grey skies or wet spells would spoil the trip.
A little perspective
Copenhagen through the year
October is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.0°C | -0.4°C | 1.8 | 50 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 3.3°C | -0.6°C | 2.4 | 42 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 6.0°C | 0.6°C | 3.8 | 43 | 10 | 0% |
| April | 10.7°C | 3.8°C | 5.7 | 41 | 10 | 0% |
| May | 15.3°C | 8.0°C | 6.9 | 52 | 10 | 0% |
| Junebest | 18.4°C | 11.8°C | 7.1 | 73 | 12 | 3% |
| Julybest | 20.9°C | 14.3°C | 7.0 | 72 | 12 | 12% |
| Augustbest | 20.5°C | 14.6°C | 5.9 | 76 | 13 | 9% |
| September | 16.7°C | 11.7°C | 4.5 | 58 | 11 | 0% |
| OctoberSelected | 11.8°C | 7.8°C | 3.1 | 61 | 12 | 0% |
| November | 7.2°C | 4.1°C | 1.9 | 50 | 11 | 0% |
| December | 4.2°C | 1.0°C | 1.5 | 54 | 12 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
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A little more detail
Copenhagen in October FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Copenhagen hot in October?
Copenhagen is cool in October: the average daytime high is 11.8°C and nights average 7.8°C. Days over 25°C are rare in October.
How much does it rain in Copenhagen in October?
Copenhagen sees about 12 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 61 mm of rain in a typical October. The wettest October between 1991 and 2020 was 1998 (104 mm) and the driest was 2015 (17 mm).
How sunny is Copenhagen in October?
Copenhagen gets around 3.1 hours of sunshine a day in October out of 10.1 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Copenhagen compare with the UK in October?
Copenhagen is on average 2.8°C cooler than London by day in October (11.8°C against 14.6°C).
What is the hottest October on record in Copenhagen?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day in Copenhagen reached 19.3°C on 1995-10-10, and the coldest night dropped to -4.1°C on 2003-10-24.
Is Copenhagen colder than London in October?
Yes. Copenhagen's average daytime high is 11.8°C, compared with 14.6°C in London. That is enough to justify a warmer layer than you might pack for a mild October day at home, particularly when your plans extend into the evening.
Which months are better if warmth matters?
July, August and June are the better choices for weather. October is a cool, wet option, so choose it because you are comfortable with those conditions, not because you expect a late spell of summer warmth.
Is the flight short enough for a brief break?
The flight from London takes about 2 hours, making Copenhagen a short-haul option. The weather is the bigger compromise: for a brief October stay, keep plans flexible so rain does not dictate the whole trip.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Copenhagen. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C