Great Synagogue (Copenhagen)

Synagogue Historic synagogue and cultural landmark in Copenhagen

Copenhagen’s Great Synagogue on Krystalgade is a 19th-century synagogue known for its interior and role in Denmark’s Jewish community. Visitors study its architecture and local Jewish history.

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Great Synagogue (Copenhagen)
Krystalgade / near Synagogen, Copenhagen, Denmark (central location)
55.6811, 12.5735
Adult tickets may be available for guided tours or services; main synagogue functions have associated community information

How to Get to Great Synagogue (Copenhagen) #

Located in central Copenhagen; reachable by metro to Kongens Nytorv or Nørreport and a short walk. Local transit maps will show the exact street access.

Tips for Visiting Great Synagogue (Copenhagen) #

  • If attending a service, check access and security procedures in advance-many European synagogues require prior notice for visitors.
  • The interior's architectural details-stained glass, carved bimah and ark-are best seen during quieter weekday visits or on guided tours.
  • Pair a visit with Copenhagen's Jewish Museum for fuller historical context.

Best Time to Visit Great Synagogue (Copenhagen) #

Visit in spring or early autumn for good weather and cultural programming in the city.

Spring-Autumn
May-September · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Pleasant city weather for walking between sites in Copenhagen.

Weather & Climate near Great Synagogue (Copenhagen) #

Climate

Great Synagogue (Copenhagen)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (629 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 21°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 68 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
12°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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