Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for November
| Metric | Hamburg | Copenhagen | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 8°C (46°F)▲ | -1°C (30°F) | Hamburg |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 3°C (37°F)▲ | -13°C (9°F) | Hamburg |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 3 days▲ | Copenhagen |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 54 mm | 33 mm▲ | Copenhagen |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 3h/day▲ | 1h/day | Hamburg |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Copenhagen |
Hamburg and Copenhagen are closely matched in November. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Hamburg is on the cooler side at 8°C, requiring warmer clothing. Copenhagen is cooler at -1°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Copenhagen is the stronger choice in November. Hamburg receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Hamburg reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Copenhagen averages -1°C (30°F) for the high and -13°C (9°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 9°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.
Hamburg receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Copenhagen sees 33 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Copenhagen the drier option by 9 rain days and 21 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 8°C, lows of 3°C, 12 rain days
Highs of -1°C, lows of -13°C, 3 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during November.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. November is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Hamburg | Copenhagen | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 4°C | 13d | -1°C | 3d |
| Feb | 5°C | 11d | 3°C | 3d |
| Mar | 8°C | 11d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 13°C | 11d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 17°C | 11d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 20°C | 12d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 22°C | 14d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 22°C | 13d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 18°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 13°C | 12d | 3°C | 3d |
| Nov | 8°C | 12d | -1°C | 3d |
| Dec | 5°C | 12d | -3°C | 3d |
Hamburg Weather in November
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Copenhagen Weather in November
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