What to pack for Copenhagen in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 86%; max daily wind around 30 km/h. Snow falls on about 2.7 days.
How January compares
Best months in Copenhagen: June & August–September. See the full best time to visit Copenhagen guide.
Copenhagen in January: the details
In January, Copenhagen sees average daytime highs of 5°C (40°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall totals roughly 65 mm across 13.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3 hours per day with 7.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 86%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the third-wettest in Copenhagen. The sunniest month is June (13.2 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 40°F |
| Overnight low | 1°C / 34°F |
| Rainfall | 65 mm over 13.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3 h/day (7.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 86% |
| Travel score | 0.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Copenhagen, Denmark (55.68, 12.57) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Copenhagen in January?
Daytime highs in Copenhagen in January average 5°C (40°F); nights drop to about 1°C.
Does it rain in Copenhagen in January?
Expect around 13.3 rainy days and 65 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Copenhagen?
January is a challenging month to visit Copenhagen — consider June & August–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.1/10. The best months are June & August–September.
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