Monthly climate guide
Hamburg weather in August
Expect warm weather in Hamburg in August: afternoons reach about 23°C (73°F), while nights drop to around 13°C (56°F). Around 58 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 4°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- In Hamburg, August is late summer.
- Just 90 km apart, but Hamburg runs about 2°C warmer than Kiel this month.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Speicherstadt and Miniatur Wunderland.
August is typically Hamburg's warmest month.
Avg high
23°C
73°F
Avg low
13°C
56°F
Rainfall
58 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
66%
cloud · often cloudy
Hamburg weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 38°F | -1°C / 30°F | 72 mm | 93% | 81% |
| February | 5°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 51 mm | 90% | 76% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 33°F | 43 mm | 84% | 69% |
| April | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 39°F | 37 mm | 78% | 62% |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 55 mm | 76% | 66% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 74 mm | 77% | 71% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 76 mm | 77% | 69% |
| August | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 58 mm | 77% | 66% |
| September | 19°C / 67°F | 10°C / 50°F | 49 mm | 81% | 68% |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 7°C / 44°F | 64 mm | 87% | 72% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 3°C / 37°F | 49 mm | 93% | 76% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | 1°C / 34°F | 79 mm | 94% | 82% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is August a good time to visit Hamburg?
Our Hamburg guide recommends: May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
The Elbphilharmonie's Plaza viewing platform is free, but timed tickets are needed and go quickly — reserve online.
Best time to visit Hamburg →Other Germany cities in August
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Hamburg in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Hamburg?
August is a reasonable time for Hamburg: highs around 23°C and about 58 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Hamburg in August?
Average highs are about 23°C (73°F) and average lows about 13°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hamburg in August?
Hamburg typically gets around 58 mm of rain in August — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hamburg (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.