Weather Comparison
Copenhagen vs Hamburg
Side-by-side weather comparison for January
January Weather: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
| Metric | Copenhagen | Hamburg | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 3°C (37°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Hamburg |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 0°C (32°F) | 0°C (32°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days▲ | 13 days | Copenhagen |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 51 mm▲ | 64 mm | Copenhagen |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 3h/day | 3h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 26 km/h | 21 km/h▲ | Hamburg |
Which City is Better in January?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Copenhagen edges ahead as the better destination in January. Copenhagen offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Hamburg sees 3 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.
Copenhagen is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Hamburg is cooler at 4°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Copenhagen is the stronger choice in January.
Temperature Comparison in January
Copenhagen reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Hamburg averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.
Rainfall Comparison in January
Copenhagen receives approximately 51 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Hamburg sees 64 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Copenhagen the drier option by 1 rain day and 13 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
Packing for Copenhagen in January
Highs of 3°C, lows of 0°C, 12 rain days
- ✓heavy winter coat
- ✓thermal base layers
- ✓warm gloves and hat
- ✓insulated boots
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
- ✓a warm scarf
Packing for Hamburg in January
Highs of 4°C, lows of 0°C, 13 rain days
- ✓heavy winter coat
- ✓thermal base layers
- ✓warm gloves and hat
- ✓insulated boots
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during January.
Year-Round Comparison: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.January is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Copenhagen | Hamburg | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 4°C | 13d |
| Feb | 3°C | 9d | 5°C | 11d |
| Mar | 6°C | 10d | 8°C | 11d |
| Apr | 11°C | 10d | 13°C | 11d |
| May | 15°C | 10d | 17°C | 11d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 20°C | 12d |
| Jul | 21°C | 12d | 22°C | 14d |
| Aug | 21°C | 13d | 22°C | 13d |
| Sep | 17°C | 11d | 18°C | 10d |
| Oct | 12°C | 12d | 13°C | 12d |
| Nov | 7°C | 11d | 8°C | 12d |
| Dec | 4°C | 12d | 5°C | 13d |
Copenhagen Weather in January
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Hamburg Weather in January
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