Weather Comparison
Copenhagen vs Hamburg
Side-by-side weather comparison for September
September Weather: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
| Metric | Copenhagen | Hamburg | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 18°C (64°F)▲ | Hamburg |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 12°C (54°F)▲ | 11°C (52°F) | Copenhagen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 10 days▲ | Hamburg |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 57 mm | 57 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 8h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 23 km/h | 18 km/h▲ | Hamburg |
Which City is Better in September?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hamburg edges ahead as the better destination in September. Hamburg offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Copenhagen sees 8 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Copenhagen sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Hamburg is also comfortable at 18°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in September.
Temperature Comparison in September
Copenhagen reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Hamburg averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.
Rainfall Comparison in September
Copenhagen receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Hamburg sees 57 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 1 rain day and 0 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
Packing for Copenhagen in September
Highs of 17°C, lows of 12°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Hamburg in September
Highs of 18°C, lows of 11°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during September.
Year-Round Comparison: Copenhagen vs Hamburg
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.September is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Copenhagen | Hamburg | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 12d | 4°C | 13d |
| Feb | 3°C | 9d | 5°C | 11d |
| Mar | 6°C | 10d | 8°C | 11d |
| Apr | 11°C | 10d | 13°C | 11d |
| May | 15°C | 10d | 17°C | 11d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 20°C | 12d |
| Jul | 21°C | 12d | 22°C | 14d |
| Aug | 21°C | 13d | 22°C | 13d |
| Sep | 17°C | 11d | 18°C | 10d |
| Oct | 12°C | 12d | 13°C | 12d |
| Nov | 7°C | 11d | 8°C | 12d |
| Dec | 4°C | 12d | 5°C | 13d |
Copenhagen Weather in September
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