When to visit Denmark

You can visit Denmark yearly because the country has something to offer every month of the year.

You can visit Denmark in any four seasons, but many tourists visit the country in the spring and the summer.

From May, the days are getting longer, and the temperatures rise. It gets warmer, and there are many things to do, like visiting museums and heritage attractions. In June, July, August and September, Denmark is so friendly with sandy beaches and beautiful green landscapes. The weather is still good, and it is not as rainy as later in Autumn and Winter.

You find many events in Denmark during spring and summer, but the summer months of July and August are also the time of year in Denmark when you experience the most tourist crowds.

May and September can be good alternatives if you want to visit Denmark and avoid the high travel season, as the weather is still mild enough for many activities.

 

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Weather in Denmark

 



Best time to visit Denmark

The lowest travel time of the year is before May and after September. Flights and local hotels are cheaper. While there aren't too many outdoor things to do, this answers a budget traveller's question of when to go to Denmark. The country is also perfect for a biking holiday, and you will find excellent infrastructure and many biking lanes.  

 

 

Season & Events in Denmark

Season

Period

Weather

Events 

Spring

March to May

Mild temperatures, blooming

Copenhagen Marathon, Tivoli Gardens

Summer

June to August

Warm temperatures, longer days

Roskilde Festival, Midsummer festivals

Autumn

September to November

Mild temperatures, foliage

Copenhagen Jazz Festival, Tønder Festival

Winter

December to February

Cold temperatures, possibly snow

Christmas markets, Northern Lights tours

 

 


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Events and festivals in Denmark