What is the weather like in Copenhagen in March?

Expect temperatures between 1°C and 6°C with 17% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Copenhagen in March?

Copenhagen in March scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Copenhagen in March?

March in Copenhagen is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Copenhagen Weather in March | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

6°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

1°C

Coolest around day 6

Rainy Days

0days

17% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in March

Øresund Strait(Øresund)

4°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Øresund Strait

Øresund

Copenhagen coastline

Essential Travel Info for Copenhagen

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Currency

DKK

kr Danish krone

Language

Danish

Driving

Right side

Connect

Libraries offer free internet access for...

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.296

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

68/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

May

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

292

Jan

327

Feb

325

Mar

409

Apr

427

May

403

Jun

373

Jul

393

Aug

268

Sep

381

Oct

265

Nov

356

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Denmark. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Denmark.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Denmark.If rabies exposures occur while in Denmark, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is March a Good Time to Visit Copenhagen?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(63/100)

Short Answer

Bundle up for Copenhagen in March: temperatures hover around 6°C during the day and drop to 1°C at night. Just 17% rain probability but bring winter layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

80% average humidity

Cold sea - swimming challenging

4°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.46m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

76% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 4°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
80% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 48/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Copenhagen in March averages 6°C with 17% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Copenhagen in March

What are the temperatures in Copenhagen in March?

Daytime highs average 6°C, nights drop to 1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Copenhagen in March?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Copenhagen in March?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is March peak season in Copenhagen?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Copenhagen Weather in March