Copenhagen vs Edinburgh in January

Edinburgh is the better pick in January — 53 vs 43 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Edinburgh is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Copenhagen is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Copenhagen vs EdinburghJanuary climate, side by side

CopenhagenEdinburgh
Comfort score43/100 (F)53/100 (D)
Feels-like high0°C4°C
Avg high / low5° / 0°8° / 2°
Rainfall57 mm62 mm
Rainy days1213
Humidity87%87%
Air quality (AQI)2829

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Copenhagen vs Edinburgh in January — FAQ

Is January better in Copenhagen or Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is the better pick in January — 53 vs 43 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Edinburgh is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Copenhagen is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Copenhagen vs Edinburgh in January?
In January, Copenhagen averages 5°C high / 0°C low with about 57 mm of rain; Edinburgh averages 8°C high / 2°C low with about 62 mm.