Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Berlin | Copenhagen | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 24°C (75°F)▲ | 21°C (70°F) | Berlin |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 15°C (59°F)▲ | 14°C (57°F) | Berlin |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days▲ | 13 days | Berlin |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 57 mm▲ | 76 mm | Berlin |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h▲ | 21 km/h | Berlin |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Berlin edges ahead as the better destination in August. Berlin offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Copenhagen sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Berlin sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Copenhagen is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Berlin is the stronger choice in August.
Berlin reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Copenhagen averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Berlin receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Copenhagen sees 76 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Berlin the drier option by 3 rain days and 19 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 24°C, lows of 15°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 21°C, lows of 14°C, 13 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Berlin | Copenhagen | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 3°C | 12d |
| Feb | 5°C | 9d | 3°C | 9d |
| Mar | 8°C | 11d | 6°C | 10d |
| Apr | 14°C | 9d | 11°C | 10d |
| May | 19°C | 10d | 15°C | 10d |
| Jun | 22°C | 11d | 18°C | 12d |
| Jul | 24°C | 12d | 21°C | 12d |
| Aug | 24°C | 10d | 21°C | 13d |
| Sep | 19°C | 9d | 17°C | 11d |
| Oct | 13°C | 9d | 12°C | 12d |
| Nov | 8°C | 10d | 7°C | 11d |
| Dec | 4°C | 11d | 4°C | 12d |
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