Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hamburg edges ahead as the better destination in October. Hamburg offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 5 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Hamburg is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is cooler at 11°C.

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

Hamburg reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Gothenburg averages 11°C (52°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°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 October.

Hamburg receives approximately 58 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 95 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 2 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.