2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Hamburg in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Hamburg. Hamburg has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 26°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.

Avg High

26°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

13days

Daylight

14.9h

Is August a good time to visit Hamburg?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:00 AM

Sunset

8:51 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 7°C 3°C 13 Wet
February 8°C 3°C 21 Wet
March 9°C 2°C 8 Good
April 15°C 4°C 3 Good
May 17°C 7°C 9 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 13°C 9 Excellent (best)
July 21°C 12°C 16 Excellent (best)
August 26°C 16°C 13 Excellent (best)
September 20°C 10°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 15 Wet
November 10°C 6°C 9 Good
December 6°C 2°C 16 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Hamburg? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Hamburg, with average highs of 26°C and around 13 rainy days.

What should I pack for Hamburg in August? +

With highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Hamburg in August? +

Hamburg typically sees around 13 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Hamburg in August? +

In August, Hamburg gets approximately 14.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Hamburg? +

Yes, August is peak season in Hamburg. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Hamburg? +

The best months to visit Hamburg are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Berlin)

Last Updated: January 2026

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