Gothenburg vs Hamburg

Gothenburg and Hamburg are closely matched in September. 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 16°C. Hamburg is also comfortable at 18°C.

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

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Hamburg averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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 September.

Gothenburg receives approximately 95 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Hamburg sees 57 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 3 rain days and 38 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.