Copenhagen Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Copenhagen, Denmark in January

🌡️ Avg high
3°C
🌙 Avg low
-1°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~73 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Copenhagen at a glance

January in Copenhagen is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C and nights near -1°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Copenhagen.

Expect some rain: around 73 mm falls in Copenhagen during January on average.

What to pack for Copenhagen in January

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Is January a good time to visit Copenhagen?

🧳 January is cold in Copenhagen. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Copenhagen are usually June, July, August and September.

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FAQ

How hot is Copenhagen in January?

In January, Copenhagen averages a daytime high of about 3°C and a night-time low of around -1°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Copenhagen in January?

Expect some rain: around 73 mm falls in Copenhagen during January on average.

Is January a good time to visit Copenhagen?

January is cold in Copenhagen. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Copenhagen are usually June, July, August and September.