Oslo vs Copenhagen

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Oslo edges ahead as the better destination in January. Oslo offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Copenhagen sees 3 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Oslo is on the cooler side at -2°C, requiring warmer clothing. Copenhagen is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Oslo is the stronger choice in January.

Oslo reaches an average high of -2°C (28°F) and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Copenhagen averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Oslo receives approximately 71 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Copenhagen sees 51 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Oslo the drier option by 1 rain day and 20 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.