Denmark Copenhagen Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Copenhagen is low
January is low for Copenhagen.
Copenhagen's lowest-season month. Museums + Hygge cafés + Hotel d'Angleterre stays are the right indoor activities.
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Copenhagen January Weather Stats
Avg High
3°C
Avg Low
-2°C
Rainy Days
11
50mm total
Sunshine
1h
Daily avg
Humidity
88%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 38
Sea Temp
3°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
0°C
Nighttime
-6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 38 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels 30-40% off summer rates
- Empty museums
- Hygge season peak
- Tivoli's January re-open if running winter program
Cons
- 3/-2°C cold
- Only 7-8h daylight
- Sunset 15:45
- Many beer gardens + outdoor venues closed
January Events & Festivals
- New Year
- Winter sales 'Vintage Udsalg'
Copenhagen in January — Full Picture
Copenhagen's lowest-season month. Museums + Hygge cafés + Hotel d'Angleterre stays are the right indoor activities.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + humid + dark. Heavy down coat, scarf, waterproof boots, thermal base layer, gloves.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11°C
3.3°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
20.3°C
12.3°C
10.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
12°C
6.3°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current3.3°C
-1.3°C
10/mo
Copenhagen Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -2° | 11d·50mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -2° | 8d·30mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | 0° | 9d·35mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 9d·35mm | 6h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 7° | 8d·40mm | 8h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·50mm | 9h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 21° | 13° | 10d·70mm | 8h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 7h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·55mm | 5h | 78% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·60mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 3° | 12d·65mm | 1h | 87% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 4° | 0° | 11d·55mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Copenhagen January Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Copenhagen?
Copenhagen in January is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Copenhagen in January?
Copenhagen January averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C.
Does it rain much in Copenhagen in January?
Copenhagen January averages 50mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Copenhagen in January?
Cold + humid + dark. Heavy down coat, scarf, waterproof boots, thermal base layer, gloves.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Copenhagen in January?
Copenhagen January sunrise is 08:38 and sunset is 15:43, with 7h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Copenhagen in January?
Copenhagen January air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Copenhagen in January?
In January, Copenhagen is great for National Museum + Designmuseum, Christiansborg Tower (indoor), Hygge cafés.
Is January peak season in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.