Temperature in Sjælland island in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Sjælland island, Denmark this January.

Sjælland island, Denmark, a region in Denmark, typically experiences cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Copenhagen. January is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Sjælland island, Denmark in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Sjælland island. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Sjælland island in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Sjælland island temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sjælland island, Denmark in January?

Average daytime highs in Sjælland island, Denmark during January reach about 4°C (39°F) in Copenhagen.

How cold does it get at night in Sjælland island, Denmark in January?

Copenhagen sees nighttime lows close to -1°C (30°F) in January.

How much sun does Sjælland island, Denmark get in January?

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

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 3°C (37°F) in Copenhagen this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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