Hamburg vs Gothenburg

Hamburg and Gothenburg are closely matched in March. 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. Gothenburg is cooler at 10°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in March. Hamburg receives 3 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 1°C (34°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Gothenburg averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 March.

Hamburg receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 7 rain days and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.