Hamburg Weather Forecast
Hamburg weather: 58°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Hamburg weather in August
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Climate in Hamburg month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 30° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 34° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 38° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 42° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 50° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 56° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 59° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 58° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 55° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 47° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 39° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 37° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Hamburg compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hamburg.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandenburg Gate | 158 mi | 52°F | about the same | 25 in |
| Berlin | 159 mi | 52°F | about the same | 25 in |
| Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 167 mi | 52°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Copenhagen Airport | 178 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 25 in |
| Copenhagen | 179 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 25 in |
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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 10:26 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 10:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
