Gentofte Weather in January
January in Gentofte brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 4°C (39°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). Expect around 57 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rainfall during the month.
Rainfall in Gentofte in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with snow/rain, averaging 57 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.
Temperature in Gentofte in January
Daytime temperatures in Gentofte reach 4°C (39°F) in January, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.
Sunshine in Gentofte in January
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 50 hours of sunshine.
Wind Speed in Gentofte in January
Wind speeds average 6 m/s (12 knots) during January. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.
Average water temperature in January
The water temperature is only 3°C (37°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.January in Gentofte can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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Gentofte Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Water Temperature
3°C (37°F) *
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
57 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
86% *
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots) *
Sunshine
50 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
15% *
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What to Wear in Gentofte in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Gentofte in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 3°C (37°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.What To Do in Gentofte in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Denmark, check out our Gentofte's climate page.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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