Malmo vs Hamburg

Malmo and Hamburg are closely matched in October. 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.

Malmo is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Hamburg is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Hamburg is the stronger choice in October. Malmo receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Malmo reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Hamburg averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -8°C (18°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 8°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 October.

Malmo receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Hamburg sees 40 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Hamburg the drier option by 8 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.