Hamburg, Hamburg Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Hamburg get?

Hamburg gets 771 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 174 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of Germany.

July is the wettest month, with 82 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to May 9, 2022.

Hamburg weather by month

Hamburg weather in January

In January, Hamburg averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1979).

Hamburg weather in February

In February, Hamburg averages a high of 5°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1986).

Hamburg weather in March

In March, Hamburg averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (2006).

Hamburg weather in April

In April, Hamburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (1996) and the record low is -7°C (2003).

Hamburg weather in May

In May, Hamburg averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is -3°C (2011). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hamburg weather in June

In June, Hamburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hamburg weather in July

In July, Hamburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1971).

Hamburg weather in August

In August, Hamburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is 2°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hamburg weather in September

In September, Hamburg averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is -1°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hamburg weather in October

In October, Hamburg averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (2003).

Hamburg weather in November

In November, Hamburg averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2014) and the record low is -12°C (1973).

Hamburg weather in December

In December, Hamburg averages a high of 5°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1977) and the record low is -18°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hamburg

June is the sunniest month in Hamburg, with sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. Hamburg is cloudier than 81% of Germany.

Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in June at 66%.

Hamburg has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Hamburg is cooler than 84% of Germany.

First and last freeze in Hamburg

The first fall freeze in Hamburg typically comes around October 27, and the last spring freeze around April 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 183 days.

Hamburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hamburg station is 39°C, on July 20, 2022. The coldest is -21°C, on January 1, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 68 mm of rain, on August 18, 1994.

49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Hamburg

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Hamburg climate questions

How much rain does Hamburg get?

Hamburg gets 771 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 174 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hamburg?

July is the wettest month in Hamburg, with 82 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm.

How many rainy days does Hamburg have a year?

Hamburg has about 174 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Hamburg?

July is the warmest month in Hamburg, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Hamburg?

January is the coldest month in Hamburg, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Hamburg?

The record high at the Hamburg station is 39°C, set on July 20, 2022. The record low is -21°C, on January 1, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Hamburg?

June is the sunniest month in Hamburg, with sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Hamburg?

The first fall freeze in Hamburg typically comes around October 27. The last spring freeze is around April 27.

What is the best time to visit Hamburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.