Climate of Hamburg, Germany
Area-weighted average across Hamburg. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hamburg, a subdivision of Germany, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.1°C / 34°F in January to 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July, with rainfall from 42 mm / 1.7 in to 73 mm / 2.9 in depending on the season (744 mm / 29.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.1°C34°F | 62 mm2.4″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.6°C34.9°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.4°C39.9°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| April | 7.9°C46.2°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 12.8°C55°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| June | 15.6°C60.1°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| July | 17.6°C63.7°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 17.4°C63.3°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| September | 13.7°C56.7°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| October | 9.5°C49.1°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| November | 5.1°C41.2°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 2.6°C36.7°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hamburg?
Hamburg, Germany does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.6°C / 63.7°F, and the driest is February at 42 mm / 1.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hamburg?
Hamburg, Germany has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.1°C / 34°F in January to 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 744 mm / 29.3 in, with the wettest month being December (73 mm / 2.9 in) and the driest February (42 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hamburg?
The hottest month in Hamburg is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.6°C / 63.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Hamburg?
The coldest month in Hamburg is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.1°C / 34°F.
When does it rain most in Hamburg?
The wettest month in Hamburg is December, averaging about 73 mm / 2.9 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 42 mm / 1.7 in.