Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Hamburg and Gothenburg are closely matched in January. 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 -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is cooler at 2°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in January. Gothenburg receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Hamburg reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -13°C (9°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Gothenburg averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Hamburg receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Gothenburg sees 73 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 9 rain days and 40 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.