Germany Hamburg Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Hamburg is low
November is low for Hamburg.
November is Hamburg's greyest, darkest month — damp, windy, and short on daylight and sun. It averages around 8°C/3°C with frequent low cloud and drizzle. For most of the month it's firmly an indoor season.
Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie and its concerts, the museums, and the cozy taverns are the moves, and crowds are low. The big lift comes at month's end, when Hamburg's Christmas markets open (late November) — the historic Town Hall market, the atmospheric Speicherstadt market, and the cheeky adults-leaning 'Santa Pauli' on Spielbudenplatz — bringing Glühwein, roasted almonds, and twinkling lights to the grey.
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Hamburg November Weather Stats
Avg High
8°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
16
64mm total
Sunshine
1.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
88%
damp
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
20 km/h
Gusts 42
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
5°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
20 km/h
Max gust 42 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets open (late November)
- Low crowds for most of the month
- Cozy indoor culture
- Shoulder pricing before December
Cons
- Greyest, darkest month — little sun
- Damp, windy, and short days
- Frequent drizzle and low cloud
- Markets bring weekend crowds late in the month
November Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets open (late November) — Town Hall, Speicherstadt, 'Santa Pauli'
- Greyest, darkest stretch of the year begins
- Low season before the Christmas-market crowds
- Indoor culture season in full swing
Hamburg in November — Full Picture
November is Hamburg's greyest, darkest month — damp, windy, and short on daylight and sun. It averages around 8°C/3°C with frequent low cloud and drizzle. For most of the month it's firmly an indoor season.
Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie and its concerts, the museums, and the cozy taverns are the moves, and crowds are low. The big lift comes at month's end, when Hamburg's Christmas markets open (late November) — the historic Town Hall market, the atmospheric Speicherstadt market, and the cheeky adults-leaning 'Santa Pauli' on Spielbudenplatz — bringing Glühwein, roasted almonds, and twinkling lights to the grey.
Until the markets open, it's a low-season value window with small crowds. Once they do, weekends get busier and prices firm up.
Pack a warm, windproof, waterproof coat and accept that you'll see little sun. November suits travelers chasing cozy culture and the early Christmas-market magic over good weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late autumn into winter — around 8°C/3°C, grey, damp, and windy with very little sun. A warm coat, hat, scarf, and a windproof, waterproof layer. Christmas markets open at month's end, lifting the mood.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
13°C
4.3°C
13.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21.3°C
12.3°C
13.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13°C
7°C
14.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
4.7°C
-0.7°C
16.7/mo
Hamburg Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4° | -1° | 18d·64mm | 1.5h | 87% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -1° | 15d·47mm | 2.5h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 1° | 14d·51mm | 3.5h | 81% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 4° | 13d·46mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 18° | 8° | 13d·54mm | 7h | 71% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 11° | 14d·75mm | 7.5h | 71% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 13° | 14d·84mm | 7h | 73% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 22° | 13° | 13d·79mm | 6.5h | 75% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 18° | 11° | 13d·68mm | 5h | 79% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| 13° | 7° | 14d·64mm | 3h | 84% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 3° | 16d·64mm | 1.5h | 88% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | 0° | 17d·64mm | 1h | 89% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Hamburg?
Hamburg in November is low. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Hamburg in November?
Hamburg November averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Hamburg in November?
Hamburg November averages 64mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hamburg in November?
Late autumn into winter — around 8°C/3°C, grey, damp, and windy with very little sun. A warm coat, hat, scarf, and a windproof, waterproof layer. Christmas markets open at month's end, lifting the mood.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hamburg in November?
Hamburg November sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 16:25, with 8h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hamburg in November?
Hamburg November air quality (AQI) averages 33, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hamburg in November?
In November, Hamburg is great for Christmas markets (from late Nov), Miniatur Wunderland and museums, Elbphilharmonie concert + Plaza.
Is November peak season in Hamburg?
Hamburg November crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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