October in Copenhagen averages highs of 13 °C (55 °F) and lows of 9 °C (48 °F), with about 10 rainy days and 10 h 18 min of daylight. The sea is cold, around 12 °C (54 °F).
October weather in Copenhagen at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is October a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Tough month: cold and some rain. October is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in October 2026
No public holidays fall in October 2026 in Denmark, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in Copenhagen in October
October's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Nyhavn — canal houses outdoors
- Tivoli Gardens — open in seasons, magical at night outdoors
- Harbour baths and a canal tour — swim in summer outdoors
- Rosenborg Castle and King's Garden — crown jewels indoors
- Louisiana Museum — 35 min north by train indoors
- Torvehallerne food halls indoors
Where to stay: Indre By for sights; Vesterbro or Nørrebro for food and value; Christianshavn for canals.
What to pack for Copenhagen in October
- A warm jacket and layers; evenings drop to around 9 °C (48 °F).
- An umbrella or a light waterproof: about 10 days this month see real rain.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Copenhagen costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €80–170 | €220–420 |
Excluding flights. October is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper.
October in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | 15° / 8° | 8 | Mixed weather |
| Amsterdam | 15° / 9° | 11 | Tough month |
| Prague | 15° / 7° | 8 | Mixed weather |
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FAQ
Is October a good time to visit Copenhagen?
By the numbers, October is a tough month: cold and some rain, with average highs of 13 °C (55 °F) and about 10 rainy days. October is usually low season in Copenhagen: rooms are typically easier to find and cheaper. The best months for weather are June, July, August.
How warm is Copenhagen in October?
Average highs are 13 °C (55 °F) and lows 9 °C (48 °F) (2015–2024 averages). The sea is cold, around 12 °C (54 °F).
Does it rain a lot in Copenhagen in October?
Expect about 10 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 69 mm in total. It is the wettest month of the year in Copenhagen.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.