May 1 is generally a great time to visit Copenhagen. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Copenhagen right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Copenhagen
Currency
DKK
kr Danish krone
Language
Danish
Driving
Right side
Connect
Libraries offer free internet access for...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.296
Copenhagen Weather Forecast for May 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.2°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Copenhagen in May
Based on historical data for May 1, Copenhagen typically experiences temperatures between 6.2°C and 13.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Copenhagen
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
13.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Copenhagen Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Denmark
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~427
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Copenhagen
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:28
☀️ Noon
12:08
🌇 Sunset
19:47
⏱️ Daylight
15h 18m
Wind Speed
21.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Copenhagen
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Copenhagen on May 1 averages 13.2°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Copenhagen Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 8
14.6°C • 21% rain
Score
91
May 7
14.2°C • 19% rain
Score
89
April 29
13.2°C • 17% rain
Score
86
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📍 Is Copenhagen Worth Visiting on May 1?
Planning a trip to Copenhagen on May 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.2°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 427 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Denmark, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.4m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 4.5°C in 2023.