Hamburg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The maritime climate in Hamburg is strongly influenced by its location near the river Elbe. The climate is characterized by relatively cool winters and pleasant, not to warm summers. Hamburg enjoys four seasons. Autumn is the season where you will experience most rain. In winter it can get cold, but the average temperature is mostly above 0°C (32°F). During spring, the temperature begins to raise slowly to a very nice temperature. In summer Hamburg has just a few days with tropical temperatures.
Monthly Temperature in Hamburg
The climate in Hamburg is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July to a chilly 5°C (41°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around 0°C (32°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hamburg
Generally, Hamburg receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 819 mm (32 in) annually. Hamburg offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month July (89 mm (3.5 in)) and the driest month April (53 mm (2.1 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Hamburg Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Hamburg
For those who appreciate different seasons, Hamburg serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hamburg by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Hamburg.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 89%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Hamburg
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in June, August and September and higher in January and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Hamburg 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
