Hamburg Travel and Things to Do Guide
Cosmopolitan and vibrant yet smart and eco-minded, Hamburg offers visitors a unique experience. Germany's second-largest city has long served Northern Europe as a gateway to the world. Today it is at the height of its transformation into an exciting metropolis where modern life merges with century-long tradition.
Thanks to its rich Hanseatic legacy, Hamburg has the business vibe as well as the infrastructure to empower innovation in technology and urban development. Like a kaleidoscope, the city unfolds its many charms across a colorful spectrum of classic culture, contemporary art, dazzling entertainment, food for every taste, and fashion ranging from luxury to independent labels. Rising above the waves of the Elbe river, at the crossroads between UNESCO World Heritage Site Speicherstadt and the newly built HafenCity, the Elbphilharmonie has become symbolic of Hamburg's forward-looking spirit.
Credit: ThisIsJulia Photography
Thanks to its rich Hanseatic legacy, Hamburg has the business vibe as well as the infrastructure to empower innovation in technology and urban development. Like a kaleidoscope, the city unfolds its many charms across a colorful spectrum of classic culture, contemporary art, dazzling entertainment, food for every taste, and fashion ranging from luxury to independent labels. Rising above the waves of the Elbe river, at the crossroads between UNESCO World Heritage Site Speicherstadt and the newly built HafenCity, the Elbphilharmonie has become symbolic of Hamburg's forward-looking spirit.
Credit: ThisIsJulia Photography
Weather and Seasonality
The climate in Hamburg is characterized by maritime influences. Westerly winds ensure moderate temperatures in summer and mild winters. On average, the lows in winter are therefore only just below zero degrees. In summer, Hamburg enjoys pleasant average temperatures of slightly over 20 degrees. Of course there are also warm to hot sections in July and August.
| Month | High/Low °F | Seasonality |
|---|---|---|
| January | 37°/28° | Low |
| February | 39°/28° | Medium |
| March | 44°/32° | High |
| April | 53°/37° | High |
| May | 62°/44° | High |
| June | 68°/50° | Medium |
| July | 69°/53° | Medium |
| August | 71°/53° | Medium |
| September | 64°/48° | High |
| October | 55°/42° | High |
| November | 46°/35° | High |
| December | 39°/30° | Medium |