Denmark is located between three European climatic zones located in the north, west and east. As a rule, the Atlantic has a greater influence on the western regions of the country. The eastern part of Denmark is located in the continental zone. Thus, the climate of Denmark determines the combination of these factors.
Climate features : temperature and precipitation
What are the features of the climate of Denmark? The annual rainfall is about 500–900 mm. Rains are more or less evenly distributed throughout the year, but winter is the wettest season. Denmark's climate is temperate. The average annual temperature in the south of the country is more than 8.5 ° C and below 7.5 in the northern parts of Jutland. July is the warmest month with an average temperature of over 17.5 ° C in the southeast and just below 16 in the northwest of Jutland. January is the coldest period in Denmark. The average temperature this month is around zero degrees.
Climate of Denmark: summary
In this country you can fully enjoy all four seasons - in spring, summer, autumn and winter. Softened by the warm Gulf Stream, Denmark's climate is temperate. Summer is warm enough and winter is comfortable.
Sea temperature
Denmark is surrounded by kilometers of coastline, and the Danes love to swim in the ocean. The best time for swimming is the summer months. From June to August, the average sea temperature is in the range of 17–22 ° . Sometimes this indicator can reach 25 ° C.
Wind and rain
For Denmark, the west wind is more typical . The west coast receives more rain than the rest of the country. The average rainfall is 61 cm per year.
Daylight
Since the country is located in Northern Europe, the sun shines longer in the summer and less in time in the winter. The mild climate of Denmark is largely due to westerly winds and the fact that the state is almost completely surrounded by water. Small fluctuations between day and night temperatures, but sudden changes in wind direction cause significant daily temperature changes. The average temperature in February (the coldest month) is 0 ° C, and in July (the warmest month) is 17 ° C.
Monthly weather
What is the climate in Denmark? In this beautiful Scandinavian country, as mentioned above, mild and comfortable winters and fairly warm summers. As in any country with access to the sea, there is also a lot of rainfall, the peak of which falls in summer and autumn. So, we will analyze the climate of Denmark for months:
- January. Winter is pleasant enough. The average temperature during the day is about +2 ° C, and at night - -2 ° C. Due to the increased humidity, it is sometimes quite cold. However, this does not frighten tourists at all, since there are many clear and sunny days. When sightseeing at this time of the year, do not neglect warm clothing and protective cosmetics.
- February. This winter month is not much different from the previous one. In the daytime, the air warms up to +2 ° C, and at night the temperature drops to -7. But the water temperature drops on average by two degrees compared to January and is about 3-4 degrees above zero. Snow here is a rare occurrence, and if it falls, then in very small quantities.
- March. In March, spring comes in Denmark. At first, the residual winter coolness is still felt, but with each new day, the country's inhabitants are increasingly feeling changes in the climate. Sudden weather changes are not typical for Denmark, since most of the country's territory is located in the lowlands. During the day, the temperature rises to +5 ° C, and at night the thermometer rarely reaches zero. Water in the sea, as in February, remains within 4–5 ° C. An umbrella this month is not likely to come in handy, since rains in March are a rare occurrence.
- April. This month, spring fully takes over. Everything around blossoms and pleases the eye. Sometimes it is rainy and cloudy, but mostly it is already warm and sunny. During the day, the air temperature warms up to +10 ° C, and at night it is around +2 ° C. Coastal waters also become warmer (up to +8). You can’t swim yet, but you can stroll along the beautiful beaches.
- May. The weather this month is moody and changeable. Sometimes it’s warm and clear, and sometimes it’s rainy and very windy. Despite this, the proximity of summer is already felt. It becomes warmer not only during the day (+15 ° C), but also at night (+10 ° C). The temperature of sea water is +13 ° C. At this time, you can safely go on long excursions to local attractions. For example, you can visit numerous Danish castles.
- June. Air temperature reaches +20 ° C. Water also becomes warmer (up to + 17 ° C). At night it is still a bit cool, but below +10 ° C the temperature drops very rarely. The climate of Denmark in the summer takes on new features. Along with the heat, rains come to the country. The weather in June is pleasant and comfortable. The heat here is an anomaly, not the norm.
- July. Like the summer in general, this month is quite comfortable. The weather is warm, but the sweltering heat is a rarity. There are cloudy days, but there are plenty of clear sunny days. The temperature rises during the day to an average of +22 ° C, and at night it is not colder than 13-15 ° C. The water is warm (+ 20 ° C). It's time for water treatments.
- August. The beach season is in full swing. In August, the climate is especially comfortable: during the day the temperature is about +20 ° C, at night - +13 ° C. The water is still warm (+22 ° C). You can swim, sunbathe, fish or surf, and you can watch whales that swim close in the summer to the shores of Denmark.
- September. The velvet season for this month is not typical. The beginning of autumn brings with it rainy weather and high humidity. However, this does not spoil the appearance of this beautiful Scandinavian country. The temperature drops to +17 ° C during the day and to +10 ° C at night. Water temperature drops to +15 ° C. The beach season is already closed, the tourist is still in full swing.
- October. This month brings a slight cooling. The temperature is +12 ° C in the daytime, and at night it is already about 5–7 ° C. Precipitation is frequent, often a strong wind blows. The tourist season is slowly coming to an end, which is incredibly happy for those locals who are tired of the busy and busy streets. Now they can slowly walk around their favorite places.
- November. The coldest autumn month in Denmark. It is already felt that winter is coming. The weather is getting cooler. The temperature during the day does not rise above +7 ° C, and at night it is more often around zero degrees. The water temperature is not so attractive (maximum +8 ° C), the wind from the sea is not so gentle. Travelers who still decide to travel to Denmark at this time of the year should stock up on umbrellas and warm clothes.
- December. Winter in Denmark is not as severe as, for example, in some regions of Russia. Severe frosts are not a hallmark of the Danish climate. The thermometer column rises to +4 ° C during the day and drops to -1 ° C in the evening. The water temperature is +5 ° C. This is a great time for shopping, especially during the Christmas season.