2026 Climate Averages

Hamburg: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Hamburg. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Hamburg has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 7°C, and approximately 12 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Hamburg is during May, June, July, August, September, when weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities

Drier season: Mar–Nov Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Hottest

24°C August
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 12 days

Coldest

2°C January
Avg High 5°C
Rain 14 days

Driest Month

9 rainy days March
Avg High 10°C
Avg Low 2°C

Windiest Month

22 km/h

February (gusts 45)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 14°C
Low 5°C
Rain 10 days
Crowds
Moderate
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Summer

Jun–Aug

High 23°C
Low 13°C
Rain 13 days
Crowds
Very Busy
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Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 15°C
Low 8°C
Rain 12 days
Crowds
Moderate
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Winter

Dec–Feb

High 6°C
Low 2°C
Rain 14 days
Crowds
Very Quiet
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Hamburg

Harbor city, including canals, Elbphilharmonie concert hall and Speicherstadt warehouse district,Elbphilharmonie, and red-light district heritage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Hamburg have?
Hamburg has a cool climate with average yearly temperatures of 14°C and 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
The best time to visit Hamburg is during May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures average around 18°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Hamburg?
The hottest month in Hamburg is August with average highs of 24°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Hamburg?
Hamburg sees the most rain in July (15 rainy days), while March is the driest month (9 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Hamburg?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (2°C), while August has the warmest evenings (14°C). Pack layers for cooler months.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026