Gothenburg vs Hamburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hamburg edges ahead as the better destination in August. Hamburg offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 11 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Gothenburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Hamburg is also comfortable at 22°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in August.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Hamburg averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Gothenburg receives approximately 115 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during August. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Hamburg sees 77 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 2 rain days and 38 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.