Climate Insights for Odense

Denmark

Hottest
August
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
January
1°C low33°F low
Wettest
July
86 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Odense is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 708 mm of precipitation falls per year. Odense receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Odense is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Odense is cool. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 27.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Odense receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Odense is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 4°Average: 3°Min: 1°FebMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°MarMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 1°AprMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°MayMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 8°JunMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°SepMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 11°OctMax: 13°Average: 11°Min: 8°NovMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 4°DecMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 40°FAverage: 37°FMin: 33°FFebMax: 42°FAverage: 38°FMin: 34°FMarMax: 46°FAverage: 40°FMin: 35°FAprMax: 53°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 55°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 59°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 56°FAverage: 51°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 43°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 42°FAverage: 39°FMin: 36°F
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Temperatures in Odense vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Odense vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 37°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 9mmFebPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 6mmMarPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 4mmAprPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 4mm
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0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 4inFebPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 2inMarPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 2inAprPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 2in
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Odense is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 708 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 86 mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 44 mm. That's 42 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 28cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.Odense is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.7 in. That's 1.7 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 11in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 4in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 19km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Odense is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Odense is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan3°37°F
Feb3°38°F
Mar5°40°F
Apr8°46°F
May13°55°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec4°39°F

The best time to visit Odense is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 76 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Odense is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 33°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Odense based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Odense based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
1 °C33 °F
4 °C40 °F
20 km/h12 mph
55 mm2.2 in
9 cm4 in
Feb
1 °C34 °F
5 °C42 °F
20 km/h12 mph
51 mm2 in
6 cm2 in
Mar
1 °C35 °F
8 °C46 °F
17 km/h11 mph
44 mm1.7 in
4 cm2 in
Apr
4 °C39 °F
12 °C53 °F
16 km/h10 mph
50 mm2 in
2 cm1 in
May
8 °C46 °F
17 °C62 °F
16 km/h10 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
21 °C70 °F
16 km/h10 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
22 °C71 °F
16 km/h10 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
22 °C71 °F
15 km/h9 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
19 °C66 °F
16 km/h10 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
13 °C56 °F
19 km/h12 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
8 °C47 °F
17 km/h11 mph
46 mm1.8 in
3 cm1 in
Dec
2 °C36 °F
6 °C42 °F
19 km/h12 mph
47 mm1.9 in
4 cm2 in