Gothenburg vs Hamburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hamburg edges ahead as the better destination in October. Hamburg offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 5 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Gothenburg is on the cooler side at 11°C, requiring warmer clothing. Hamburg is cooler at 13°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in October. Hamburg receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 11°C (52°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Hamburg averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Gothenburg receives approximately 95 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Hamburg sees 58 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 2 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.