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Hamburg in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Hamburg in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Hamburg in May 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
Weather for Hamburg in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +63°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 65 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the driest month of the year in Hamburg

Average weather

☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
65 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hamburg has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Hamburg in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hamburg for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +66°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +84°F during the day and a minimum of +36°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +63°F.

Is Hamburg warm or cold in May?

Hamburg is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +55°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°F to +46°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Hamburg:

Climate in Hamburg in May

Hamburg weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+55°F+63°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+28°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+81°F+90°F+93°F
Rainfall
47 mm65 mm73 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%71%73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
786
Cloudy days
161415
Rainy days
799
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +55°F to +63°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 47 mm to 65 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 7 to 8.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Hamburg in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Hamburg is gradually decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Hamburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 51 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Hamburg wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 81 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 14% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Hamburg?

This is the weather in Hamburg in May 2023:
1 May
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+57°F
2 May
☀️
+62°F
3 May
☀️
+58°F
4 May
☀️
+60°F
5 May
☀️
+63°F
6 May
☀️
+68°F
7 May
☀️
+64°F
8 May
☀️
+64°F
9 May
☀️
+71°F
10 May
☀️
+76°F
11 May
☀️
+72°F
12 May
☀️
+67°F
13 May
☀️
+60°F
14 May
☀️
+64°F
15 May
☀️
+70°F
16 May
☀️
+76°F
17 May
🌧️
+66°F
18 May
☀️
+82°F
19 May
☀️
+84°F
20 May
☁️
+69°F
21 May
🌧️
+63°F
22 May
☀️
+66°F
23 May
☀️
+74°F
24 May
🌧️
+65°F
25 May
☀️
+67°F
26 May
☁️
+63°F
27 May
🌧️
+58°F
28 May
🌧️
+56°F
29 May
☁️
+55°F
30 May
🌧️
+56°F
31 May
☀️
+63°F
In May 2023 Hamburg had 22 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Hamburg climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Hamburg in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+57°F) and the highest in 2018 (+74°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 16 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 151 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hamburg in May:

Is May a good time to visit Hamburg?

May is a really good time to go to Hamburg. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Hamburg.

Can you sunbathe in Hamburg in May?

May has mild temperatures in Hamburg. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Hamburg rainy in May?

Hamburg is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Hamburg in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hamburg in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Germany

Check out the weather for other cities in Germany.

Monthly weather in Hamburg

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Hamburg, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.