Verdict: Tough month
Copenhagen Weather in January
January is properly cold in Copenhagen, with highs of only 5°C (41°F). Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Copenhagen outside January.
Average high
5°C / 41°F
Average low
1°C / 34°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
69 mm
What to pack for Copenhagen in January
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Copenhagen: Aug (21°C / 70°F) · Coolest: Jan (5°C / 41°F) · Wettest: Jan (~14 rain days)
5°
1°
Jan
5°
1°
Feb
7°
2°
Mar
10°
4°
Apr
15°
9°
May
20°
13°
Jun
20°
15°
Jul
21°
15°
Aug
18°
13°
Sep
13°
10°
Oct
9°
6°
Nov
5°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)