Weather in Hamburg in December
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
December is a wet time to visit Hamburg. Hamburg has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 2°C, and approximately 16 rainy days per month.
6°C
2°C
16days
7.5h
Is December a good time to visit Hamburg?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
8:31 AM
4:01 PM
Weather by Month
| 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 December
Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
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Common Questions
Is December a good time to visit Hamburg? +
December is typically Wet for visiting Hamburg, with average highs of 6°C and around 16 rainy days.
What should I pack for Hamburg in December? +
With highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
Does it rain a lot in Hamburg in December? +
Hamburg typically sees around 16 rainy days in December.
How many hours of daylight are there in Hamburg in December? +
In December, Hamburg gets approximately 7.5 hours of daylight per day.
Is December peak season in Hamburg? +
No, December is not peak season in Hamburg. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
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.
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