Hamburg vs Copenhagen

Hamburg and Copenhagen are closely matched in December. 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.

Hamburg is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Copenhagen is cooler at 4°C.

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

Hamburg reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Copenhagen averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Hamburg receives approximately 63 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Copenhagen sees 54 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Copenhagen the drier option by 1 rain day and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.