Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Hamburg and Gothenburg 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.

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

Hamburg reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Gothenburg averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 7°C (45°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 May.

Hamburg receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 72 mm over 12 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%.