What September feels like in Hamburg
September is early autumn in Hamburg. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cool, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Hamburg in September
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 5.7 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.3 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in September
On 15 September the sun rises at about 6:52 am and sets around 7:39 pm local time, giving 12 h 48 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 2 h 6 min less daylight than mid-August. The sun is out for roughly 67% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How September compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, September comes out as the 4th warmest month in Hamburg. Against August, the average high is 3.4°C (6.1°F) lower, with 22 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into October. October averages a high of 14°C (57.2°F).
Who September suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Hamburg in September
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Hamburg in September?
Afternoons average 19.1°C (66.4°F) and nights about 11.7°C (53.1°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 4th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Hamburg in September?
Quite a lot — 57 mm spread over about 10 days.
What should I wear in Hamburg in September?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is September or October better for visiting Hamburg?
September scores better on our climate ranking (#1 of 12 vs #7), rated Great against Good. October is cooler and has more rainy days.