Denmark in January
With seven hours of daylight and a wind that finds every gap in a coat, January is Denmark stripped to its indoor pleasures and priced accordingly.
Is January a good time to visit Denmark?
January is one of the better months across Denmark, with crowds averaging 32/100 and typical highs near 3°C.
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Denmark: tours and tickets in Copenhagen, from our booking partner.
Copenhagen Canal Cruise
from€23
Copenhagen Free Walking Tour
Free Walking Tour of Christianshavn
Free cancellationKronborg Castle, Lund & Malmö Day Trip
from€124
The Little Mermaid & Port of Copenhagen Free Tour
Copenhagen Card-Discover
from€79
What closes and what fills up in January
- Deep low season — coastal attractions and summerhouse regions are shut
More tours and tickets
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How January compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Denmark?
January is one of the better months across Denmark, with crowds averaging 32/100 and typical highs near 3°C.
How busy is Denmark in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Denmark sits near 32/100 in January. The calmest of them is Copenhagen.
What is the weather like in Denmark in January?
Expect average highs near 3°C and lows near -1°C, with roughly 11 wet days — though Denmark varies by region.