Hamburg vs Malmo

Hamburg and Malmo are closely matched in December. 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 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Malmo is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Malmo is the stronger choice 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.

Malmo averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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.

Malmo sees 54 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Malmo the drier option by 2 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.