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Hamburg, Hamburg Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Hamburg, Hamburg?
Hamburg, Hamburg gets 771 mm of precipitation a year over about 174 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Oceanic climate
Hamburg, Hamburg has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 23°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 0° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 22° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 13° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Hamburg got 643 mm of rain, against a normal of 771 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 119 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 14%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 30% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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 85% 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
These records cover HAMBURG FUHLSBUETTEL during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 68 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 4° | 67 mm | 16 | 86% | 19% | 16° | -21° |
| February | -1° | 5° | 55 mm | 15 | 82% | 22% | 19° | -18° |
| March | 1° | 9° | 57 mm | 14 | 73% | 36% | 23° | -16° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 39 mm | 12 | 68% | 39% | 28° | -7° |
| May | 8° | 18° | 58 mm | 13 | 67% | 36% | 33° | -3° |
| June | 11° | 21° | 74 mm | 14 | 66% | 41% | 39° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 23° | 82 mm | 15 | 71% | 34% | 39° | 4° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 77 mm | 15 | 71% | 38% | 37° | 2° |
| September | 10° | 19° | 65 mm | 13 | 76% | 37% | 32° | -1° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 63 mm | 15 | 84% | 26% | 27° | -7° |
| November | 3° | 8° | 61 mm | 16 | 87% | 19% | 19° | -12° |
| December | 1° | 5° | 73 mm | 17 | 90% | 14% | 16° | -18° |
Station: HAMBURG FUHLSBUETTEL, 9 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.