Denmark Copenhagen Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Copenhagen is moderate
Copenhagen Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 7° / 3°
- Rainfall
- 65mm · 12 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Copenhagen in November averages a high of 7°C and low of 3°C with 65mm of rain over about 12 days. Late autumn / early winter — heavy jacket or wool overcoat, scarf, waterproof shoes, gloves for evenings. Layered approach: thermal merino base + knit + jacket. Daylight drops sharply (sunset 16:00 by month-end). A trench coat won't cut it anymore — switch to a proper winter coat. Pack an umbrella for daily drizzle.
November is moderate for Copenhagen.
Mid-November opens Tivoli Christmas — Copenhagen's most-magical seasonal moment. The gardens transform into a Nordic Christmas wonderland: 500,000+ lights, 60+ Christmas market stalls, Hans Christian Andersen-themed installations, glogg (Danish mulled wine) stands every 20 meters, and the Tivoli Pantomime Theatre runs nutcracker shows. Christmas markets launch citywide the same week — Højbro Plads (traditional), Hans Christian Andersen (storybook-themed), and Nyhavn (canal-side). Hotel rates moderate before December's pre-Christmas surge. The hygge peak: dark afternoons in candle-lit cafés serving glogg and æbleskiver (filled Danish pancakes).
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Tivoli Christmas opens + city-wide Christmas markets launch
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 45°F / 7°C highs and 37°F / 3°C lows with 65mm rainfall over 12 wet days — the rainiest non-monsoon month. Humidity 87%. Sunshine drops to 1h daily (year's low). Daylight contracts from 9.5h to 8h across the month — sunset moves from 16:30 to 16:09. Wind chill -1°C on cold-snap days. First snow accumulation possible late November (rare but happens). The transformation from autumn to Christmas-season Copenhagen happens around mid-month.
November Travel Advice
Tivoli Christmas opens mid-November (typically around November 15, varies) — book the opening weekend hotels (Nimb especially) 8+ weeks ahead. Pre-book Tivoli entry online to skip the queue. Christmas markets at Højbro Plads (traditional craft) + Hans Christian Andersen (storybook-themed at Rådhuspladsen) + Nyhavn (canal-side) all run mid-Nov through Christmas. St Martin's Day (November 10) traditional Mortensaften goose dinner — book heritage restaurants (Restaurant Schønnemann, Palægade, Aamanns) 1+ week ahead. Wool overcoat upgrade from autumn jacket essential by mid-month.
Flying In from Overseas
Pre-Christmas tourism builds. Direct flights from Seoul $900-1,400 (Korean Air direct), Tokyo $800-1,200, Shanghai $700-1,000. From Europe: London $100-250, Paris $120-280, Berlin $90-200. NYC $500-900, Toronto $550-1,000. European pre-Christmas escape begins late month. Schengen visa-free.
November Pricing Trends
Pre-Christmas pricing: Hotel d'Angleterre $500-900/night, Nimb Hotel $450-750, mid-range 4-star $160-260. Flights from Seoul $900-1,400. Tivoli Christmas opening weekend hotels near Tivoli +20-30%. Glogg + æbleskiver Christmas market kr40-80 ($6-12) per stand visit.
Copenhagen November Weather Stats
Avg High
7°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
12
65mm total
Sunshine
1h
Daily avg
Humidity
87%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 35
Sea Temp
8°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
5°C
Nighttime
1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 35 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Tivoli Christmas opens mid-Nov (500,000+ lights + 60+ market stalls + glogg + nutcracker)
- Christmas markets citywide (Højbro + Hans Christian Andersen + Nyhavn)
- Hotels still at shoulder rates (before December surge)
- Hygge season peak — candle-lit cafés + glogg + æbleskiver
- St Martin's Day (Nov 10) traditional goose dinner at heritage restaurants
Cons
- 7/3°C cold + 87% humidity = damp raw cold feel
- Rain 12 days/month + 65mm (rainiest non-monsoon month)
- Daylight 9 hours, sunset 16:09 by month-end
- Christmas market crowds at Højbro Plads + Tivoli
- Variable wet weather makes outdoor sightseeing miserable
November Events & Festivals
- Tivoli Christmas opens mid-November (Copenhagen's most-magical event)
- Christmas markets launch — Højbro Plads + Hans Christian Andersen + Nyhavn
- St Martin's Day (November 10) — traditional Mortensaften goose dinner
- Black Friday + Christmas shopping at Strøget late month
Copenhagen in November — Full Picture
Mid-November opens Tivoli Christmas — Copenhagen's most-magical seasonal moment. The gardens transform into a Nordic Christmas wonderland: 500,000+ lights, 60+ Christmas market stalls, Hans Christian Andersen-themed installations, glogg (Danish mulled wine) stands every 20 meters, and the Tivoli Pantomime Theatre runs nutcracker shows. Christmas markets launch citywide the same week — Højbro Plads (traditional), Hans Christian Andersen (storybook-themed), and Nyhavn (canal-side). Hotel rates moderate before December's pre-Christmas surge. The hygge peak: dark afternoons in candle-lit cafés serving glogg and æbleskiver (filled Danish pancakes).
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late autumn / early winter — heavy jacket or wool overcoat, scarf, waterproof shoes, gloves for evenings. Layered approach: thermal merino base + knit + jacket. Daylight drops sharply (sunset 16:00 by month-end). A trench coat won't cut it anymore — switch to a proper winter coat. Pack an umbrella for daily drizzle.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11°C
3.3°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
20.3°C
12.3°C
10.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current12°C
6.3°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
3.3°C
-1.3°C
10/mo
Copenhagen Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -2° | 11d·50mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -2° | 8d·30mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | 0° | 9d·35mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 9d·35mm | 6h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 7° | 8d·40mm | 8h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·50mm | 9h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 21° | 13° | 10d·70mm | 8h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 7h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·55mm | 5h | 78% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·60mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 3° | 12d·65mm | 1h | 87% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 4° | 0° | 11d·55mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Copenhagen in November is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Copenhagen in November?
Copenhagen November averages a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Copenhagen in November?
Copenhagen November averages 65mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Copenhagen in November?
Late autumn / early winter — heavy jacket or wool overcoat, scarf, waterproof shoes, gloves for evenings. Layered approach: thermal merino base + knit + jacket. Daylight drops sharply (sunset 16:00 by month-end). A trench coat won't cut it anymore — switch to a proper winter coat. Pack an umbrella for daily drizzle.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Copenhagen in November?
Copenhagen November sunrise is 07:21 and sunset is 16:09, with 8h 48min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Copenhagen in November?
Copenhagen November air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Copenhagen in November?
In November, Copenhagen is great for Tivoli Christmas opens mid-Nov (Pantomime Nutcracker + 60+ markets + glogg), Christmas markets citywide (Højbro + Hans Christian Andersen + Nyhavn), Designmuseum + SMK + National Museum indoor circuit.
Is November peak season in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen November crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.