🇩🇰 Copenhagen vs 🇵🇹 Lisbon

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Copenhagen

scattered clouds

47°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 37°F

H 47°F / L 46°F

Humidity: 60%

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Lisbon

clear sky

75°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 73°F

H 76°F / L 72°F

Humidity: 34%

Climate Overview

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Copenhagen

Temperate oceanic — cold winters, mild summers, windy year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August
AvoidDecember, January, February
Annual rain24 inches (613 mm)

Copenhagen's North Sea location makes it mild and windy year-round. Summers are pleasant but cool; winters are cold and dark. The city is famous for year-round cycling culture and outdoor life that continues regardless of weather.

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Lisbon

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsApril, May, October, November
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain27 inches (686 mm) — mostly November–March

Lisbon is one of Europe's sunniest capitals with 2,800+ hours of sunshine annually. Summers are hot and dry; winters are mild. The Atlantic coast provides cooling breezes. The 2017–2024 tourism boom makes summer extremely crowded.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇩🇰 Copenhagen🇵🇹 Lisbon
Spring

37–59°F

March–May

55–70°F

March–May

Summer

57–72°F

June–August

73–86°F

June–August

Fall

46–59°F

September–November

61–79°F

September–November

Winter

32–39°F

December–February

48–59°F

December–February

Copenhagen vs Lisbon: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Copenhagen or Lisbon have better weather?

Copenhagen and Lisbon have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — cold winters, mild summers, windy year-round Lisbon: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Copenhagen vs Lisbon?

Best time for Copenhagen: June, July, August. Best time for Lisbon: April, May, October, November.

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