Things to Do in Hamburg
Top things to do in Hamburg: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Hamburg
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hamburg.
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Coordinates: 53°33′4″N 9°59′37.3″E (53.5511, 9.9937)
Weather in Hamburg right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:22 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Best time to visit Hamburg
Go in May, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Hamburg is a city in Germany. Hamburg is known for Harbour city and Elbphilharmonie. It has a population of about 1.9 million.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Hamburg with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 56°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hamburg is May, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), about 167 mi away. Nearby highlights include Brandenburg Gate, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is 9°F below the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Hamburg today at 9.6/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hamburg?
Hamburg is a city in Germany. Its coordinates are 53.5511, 9.9937. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Hamburg right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
May, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Hamburg, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hamburg in?
Hamburg observes Europe/Berlin (UTC+02:00). The local time is 3:22 PM.
How many people live in Hamburg?
Hamburg has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Hamburg?
The closest airports are Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 167 mi away, Copenhagen Airport (CPH), 178 mi away and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), 234 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hamburg?
Popular options include Brandenburg Gate, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 3:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
