Gothenburg vs Hamburg

Gothenburg and Hamburg are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Gothenburg sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Hamburg is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in May. Gothenburg receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Hamburg averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 May.

Gothenburg receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Hamburg sees 64 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 1 rain day and 8 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.