Hamburg — Weather today

Hamburg is in northern Germany, on the Elbe River and not far from the North Sea. A 24 hour forecast is especially useful here because the port, canals, Alster lakes, bridges and open waterfronts can feel windier and wetter than sheltered streets. Cloud cover, wind gusts, visibility and rain chances can change quickly through the day.

Hamburg is usually classified as having a temperate oceanic climate in the Koppen system (Cfb). Summer daytime temperatures often sit around 20-23°C (68-73°F), while winter is commonly about 0-5°C (32-41°F). Precipitation is possible all year, often as passing rain, and the maritime setting brings windy weather, damp air, fog, winter sleet and occasional short snow periods.

Before visiting the Speicherstadt warehouse district, HafenCity, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, the Landungsbrucken piers, the Alster lakes or Planten un Blomen park, check temperature, wind and precipitation. The hourly forecast helps choose a good time for waterfront walks, ferry trips, museums, markets and evening routes when rain, strong wind or fog may quickly change plans.