Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Hamburg and Gothenburg are closely matched in August. 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 sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Gothenburg is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.

Hamburg reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Gothenburg averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 August.

Hamburg receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Gothenburg sees 60 mm over 5 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.