August weather forecast
Hamburg, Germany

A sunset view of Speichersdadt in Hamburg, Germany
A sunset view of Speichersdadt in Hamburg, Germany

August

Weather in August

The weather in August mirrors July, characterized by high temperatures and consistent rainfall. The recorded average maximum temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) makes August the hottest month of the year. Unlike the previous month, the rainfall activities slightly decrease to 43mm (1.69"), over 17.8 days. Amidst the warmth and showers, the city enjoys lengthy sunshine duration of about 9.2 hours. The blend of late summer warmth, frequent showers, and abundant sunshine renders a weather pattern fit for both, indoor and outdoor activities.

Temperature

Hamburg reaches its highest average temperatures in August, measuring 22.6°C (72.7°F) at the peak and 13.6°C (56.5°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In August, in Hamburg, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout August, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hamburg, there are 187.4 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hamburg, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Hamburg, the average length of the day in August is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of August in Hamburg, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:12 CEST.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Hamburg, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Hamburg?
August, noted for its average high-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F), is considered the warmest month.
What is the usual temperature for Hamburg in August?
Hamburg in August has an average high-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F).
What are the least humid months in Hamburg?
The months with the lowest humidity in Hamburg, Germany, are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
What is the average humidity in August in Hamburg?
In August, the average relative humidity in Hamburg is 76%.
How much does it rain in Hamburg in August?
In Hamburg, Germany, in August, during 17.8 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Hamburg?
In Hamburg, Germany, snow does not fall in May through October.
What is the average length of the day in August in Hamburg?
The average day length in August in Hamburg is 14h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Hamburg?
On the first day of August in Hamburg, Germany, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:12 CEST.
What month has the most sunshine in Hamburg?
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Hamburg have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.
How high is the UV index in August in Hamburg?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Hamburg is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-0.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average rainfall in August: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (38mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in August
Hamburg, Germany
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October, November and December (8km).

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