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Weather in January in Hovedstaden

Thinking about venturing to Hovedstaden this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What is the weather like in Hovedstaden in January?

Hovedstaden is a region in Denmark. January in Hovedstaden generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C and nighttime temperatures around -1°C in Copenhagen. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hovedstaden in January, check out the map below. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

For a closer look at conditions across Hovedstaden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Skibby with an average of 53 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Udsholt Sand with 65 mm.

Average sunshine

Copenhagen experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 50 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

For a more detailed look at Hovedstaden's conditions throughout the year, check out our Hovedstaden climate page.

Where to go in Hovedstaden in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Hovedstaden on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more details.

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

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Denmark, check out our Hovedstaden's climate page.

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Hovedstaden?

Copenhagen

In January Copenhagen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Copenhagen
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
13°C 
6°C 
1,630 hours 
750 mm 
167 days 
poor 
January January
4°C 
-1°C 
50 hours 
59 mm 
17 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
5°C 
-1°C 
65 hours 
53 mm 
13 days 
poor 
Climate in Copenhagen

Gilleleje

In January Gilleleje generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Gilleleje
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
12°C 
7°C 
1,630 hours 
871 mm 
166 days 
poor 
January January
4°C 
0°C 
50 hours 
65 mm 
16 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
4°C 
-0°C 
65 hours 
59 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Gilleleje

Vejby

In January Vejby generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Vejby
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
12°C 
7°C 
1,630 hours 
842 mm 
165 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
0°C 
50 hours 
63 mm 
16 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
4°C 
0°C 
65 hours 
56 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Vejby

Udsholt Sand

In January Udsholt Sand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Udsholt Sand
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
12°C 
7°C 
1,630 hours 
872 mm 
165 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
0°C 
50 hours 
65 mm 
16 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
4°C 
0°C 
65 hours 
58 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Udsholt Sand

Hornbæk

In January Hornbæk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Hornbæk
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
13°C 
6°C 
1,630 hours 
834 mm 
167 days 
poor 
January January
4°C 
-1°C 
50 hours 
62 mm 
17 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
4°C 
-1°C 
65 hours 
57 mm 
12 days 
poor 
Climate in Hornbæk

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Hovedstaden, in Denmark.

Is January the best time to visit Hovedstaden?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Copenhagen, January may not be the ideal time to visit Hovedstaden.

On average, the best time to visit Hovedstaden is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Copenhagen. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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