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Denmark Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Denmark in January.

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Planning a trip to Denmark this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Denmark in January

January in Denmark generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Helsingør to 8°C (46°F) in Tórshavn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Tórshavn and -1°C (30°F) in Helsingør.

To explore the conditions in Denmark in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Skibby with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Tórshavn with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Blåvand sees roughly 43 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Denmark by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Denmark - and find the best time to visit. (based on Copenhagen)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September18°C (64°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Denmark in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Denmark.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Denmark

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Denmark?

Temperature range in Denmark (January)

Precipitation variation in Denmark (January)

Blåvand

In January Blåvand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
43 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Blåvand →

Ebeltoft

In January Ebeltoft generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
43 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ebeltoft →

Bøtø By

In January Bøtø By generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
37 hours
48 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bøtø By →

Rømø Kirkeby

In January Rømø Kirkeby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
43 hours
65 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rømø Kirkeby →

Løkken

In January Løkken generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
28 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Løkken →

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In our records: Denmark January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Denmark in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Denmark dropped to -26°C (-15°F) in Søndervig on January 8, 1982.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Denmark was -16°C (3°F) in Copenhagen on January 10, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Denmark in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Skagen 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Blåvand 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Rømø Kirkeby 5°C (41°F) 2°C (36°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Ebeltoft 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Lønstrup 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Denmark weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Denmark in January?

Denmark typically experiences less favorable weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Blåvand average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Denmark in January?

In Blåvand, the average daytime high in January is 6°C (43°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does Denmark get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Denmark during January, with Blåvand averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Denmark?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Blåvand, January may not be the ideal time to visit Denmark.

Generally speaking, July and August provide very good weather in Blåvand. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Denmark.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Denmark? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Denmark.

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