If you plan to visit Copenhague in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +37°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 32 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Copenhague;
Average weather
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+37°F
Avg. max. temperature
-4°F
Min.
+52°F
Max.
32 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Copenhague has OK weather in January.
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Average temperature in Copenhague in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Copenhague for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +52°F during the day to a minimum of +25°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +43°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +43°F.
Is Copenhague warm or cold in January?
Copenhague is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +39°F to +37°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +34°F to +30°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Copenhague, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Copenhague in January
Water in Copenhague in January is Cold. It varies from +31°F to +42°F, with an average of +37°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +37°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Copenhague are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +64°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +36°F.
Can you swim in Copenhague in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Copenhague in January, the water is very cold (+37°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Copenhague in January
Copenhague weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+39°F
+37°F
+37°F
Min. temperature
0°F
-4°F
+3°F
Max. temperature
+54°F
+52°F
+57°F
Rainfall
43 mm
32 mm
23 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+42°F
+37°F
+36°F
Humidity
87%
86%
84%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
3
Cloudy days
10
12
11
Rainy days
13
9
7
Snowy days
6
8
8
January often has better weather than December.It’s getting colder in January. From +39°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +37°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 43 mm to 32 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 87% to 86%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 6 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Copenhague in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 8 m/s getting up to 15 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Copenhague is gradually increasing during January, going from 10 m/s to 11 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Copenhague based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 104 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Copenhague wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 25% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during January in Copenhague based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in January, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 1 mm.
January is one of the snowiest months in Copenhague.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last January in Copenhague?
This is the weather in Copenhague in January 2024:
1 January
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+51°F
2 January
🌧️
+49°F
3 January
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+44°F
4 January
🌧️
+48°F
5 January
☁️
+46°F
6 January
🌧️
+43°F
7 January
☁️
+45°F
8 January
🌧️
+45°F
9 January
☁️
+43°F
10 January
☁️
+44°F
11 January
🌧️
+47°F
12 January
☁️
+46°F
13 January
🌧️
+47°F
14 January
🌧️
+45°F
15 January
🌧️
+45°F
16 January
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+41°F
17 January
🌧️
+40°F
18 January
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+37°F
19 January
🌧️
+38°F
20 January
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+38°F
21 January
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+34°F
22 January
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+34°F
23 January
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+36°F
24 January
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+36°F
25 January
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+33°F
26 January
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+41°F
27 January
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+37°F
28 January
☁️
+39°F
29 January
☁️
+42°F
30 January
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+42°F
31 January
🌧️
+43°F
In January 2024 Copenhague had 3 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +43°F, with an absolute maximum of +52°F and a minimum of +34°F. The average humidity was 89%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 8 m/s, with a maximum of 22 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Copenhague climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Copenhague in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+48°F) and the highest in 2020 (+56°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 322 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1019 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Copenhague in January:
Is January a good time to visit Copenhague?
It’s always a good time to visit Copenhague, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Copenhague in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Copenhague in January?
Swimming in Copenhague in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Copenhague rainy in January?
Copenhague is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Copenhague in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Copenhague in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Denmark
Check out the weather for other cities in Denmark.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Copenhague, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
