Copenhagen · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 59°F, low 47°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
59° / 47°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
14 mph
What May feels like in Copenhagen
Sunrise
04:58
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:14
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Copenhagen in May
The kit for May in Copenhagen: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+8° avg high
0 rain days
Copenhagen in April →
May
59°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-8° avg high
-1 rain days
Copenhagen in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Copenhagen in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Copenhagen in May?+
Average high 59°F, average low 47°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Copenhagen?+
Compared to April (avg high 51°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 67°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Copenhagen in May?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in May, on average.