Hamburg weather and climate
Hamburg weather and climate
Day
5 °C
Night
0 °C
Sea
4 °C
Precipitation
71 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
7 hours
average
Sunshine
1 hours
average
Humidity
94 %
Day
5 °C
Night
0 °C
Sea
4 °C
Precipitation
71 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
7 hours
average
Sunshine
1 hours
average
Humidity
94 %
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Weather overview for Hamburg
Weather overview
Hamburg (Germany) in general has a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 4.4 °C (39.9 °F) in January to 23.8 °C (74.8 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from -0.6 °C (30.9 °F) in January to 13.3 °C (55.9 °F) in July. The driest month is April with just 10 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 13 days of rain.
January weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 2.3 °C (36.2 °F) in Hamburg, while the minimum of the day temperature can be noticed in January. The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, its value is 13 days. The night temperature reaches its minimum, with its value being -0.6 °C (30.9 °F). The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed in this month. The humidity reaches its maximum in this month.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 5.2 °C (41.4 °F) in Hamburg, while the sea temperature reaches its minimum, with its value of 2.1 °C (35.7 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too, its value is 50 mm (1.95 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value being 2 hours.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9.1 °C (48.4 °F) in Hamburg, while the sea temperature starts to rise in March. The night temperature starts to rise. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 61 mm (2.42 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
April weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed in Hamburg, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 5.3 °C (41.5 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, its value is 10 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too, with its value being 43 mm (1.69 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4.0 °C (39.2 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 5 hours.
May weather
The tourist season slowly starts in May in Hamburg. The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 19.1 °C (66.4 °F), and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too, with its value being 11.2 °C (52.2 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, its value is 58 mm (2.28 in). The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 8.1 °C (46.6 °F).
June weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 21.5 °C (70.7 °F) in Hamburg, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, its value is 15.2 °C (59.3 °F). There is pending tourist season. The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value being 74 mm (2.93 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 11.0 °C (51.8 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, with its value of 7 hours.
July weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Hamburg. The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 17.7 °C (63.8 °F), while the maximum of the day temperature is observable, with its value being 23.8 °C (74.8 °F). The maximum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 13.3 °C (55.9 °F). The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 3.2. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in July.
August weather
The sea temperature is on its maximum, its value is 18.3 °C (64.9 °F) in Hamburg. The tourist season is close to its peak this month. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 12 days, while the rainfall amount reaches its maximum, its value is 78 mm (3.07 in).
September weather
The day temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 19.5 °C (67.1 °F) in Hamburg, and the sea temperature starts to descent as well, its value is 15.6 °C (60.0 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in September. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 12 days, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, its value is 69 mm (2.70 in). The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value of 9.8 °C (49.6 °F).
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 14.2 °C (57.6 °F) in Hamburg, and the sea temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 12.2 °C (53.9 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, the value of this measure is 12 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 3 hours. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month.
November weather
The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value being 8.2 °C (46.7 °F) in Hamburg, and the day temperature continues to descent as well. The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 13 days. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 3.2 °C (37.8 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 2 hours.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 4.9 °C (40.8 °F) in Hamburg, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, its value is 3.8 °C (38.8 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 0.3 °C (32.5 °F). The day length reaches its minimum, with its value of 7 hours. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 1 hours.
FAQs
Is April part of the dry season in Hamburg?
No, April is not a dry month in Hamburg, expect rain approximately 10 days in a month.
Are there good conditions to visit in Hamburg in May?
There are good conditions for visiting in May in Hamburg. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 19.1 °C (66.4 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 8.1 °C (46.6 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How many rainy days can I expect in Hamburg in June?
In Hamburg in June, we can expect 13 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.0 days of the week, or in general - 43 % days.
What is the temperature in Hamburg during the day in July?
The average daily temperature in July in Hamburg is 23.8 °C (74.8 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is there a wet season in Hamburg in August?
No, there is no wet season in Hamburg in August - you can expect 12 days of rain during the month.
What is the sea temperature in Hamburg in September?
The sea will reach 15.6 °C (60.0 °F) in September in Hamburg. This is a sea temperature for resilient people only, most people won't enjoy swimming in such cold water or will have to use a wetsuit for water activities.
What is the air temperature in Hamburg in October at night?
The average night temperature in Hamburg in October is 6.4 °C (43.5 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.