Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Hamburg edges ahead as the better destination in December. Hamburg offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 2 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Hamburg is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December. Hamburg receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Hamburg reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Gothenburg averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°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 December.

Hamburg receives approximately 63 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 76 mm over 13 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.