Sweden Weather
🇸🇪 1 city covered · Europe
· oceanic climate
Best time to visit
May to June
Weather in Sweden at a glance
Our Sweden coverage centers on Stockholm, which has a oceanic climate. Expect average highs around 71°F (22°C) in July and 34°F (1°C) in January, with about 119 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Stockholm - annual average 46°
- Best time to visit: May to June
- Climate type: oceanic
The bigger picture
Stockholm averages 7.8 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 619 mm (24.4 inches) of precipitation annually, plus around 21 snowy days. The most comfortable window is generally May to June. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Stockholm climate page.
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Sweden cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | 46° | Jul · 71° | Jan · 26° | 119 | 7.8 | 21 |
Sweden weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 26° | 11 | 2.2 h/day |
| February | 36° | 26° | 9 | 4.3 h/day |
| March | 41° | 29° | 9 | 6.6 h/day |
| April | 49° | 33° | 8 | 10.0 h/day |
| May | 60° | 43° | 9 | 12.6 h/day |
| June | 69° | 53° | 10 | 14.4 h/day |
| July | 71° | 56° | 12 | 13.7 h/day |
| August | 70° | 56° | 11 | 11.4 h/day |
| September | 62° | 50° | 8 | 8.4 h/day |
| October | 51° | 42° | 10 | 5.2 h/day |
| November | 42° | 35° | 10 | 2.8 h/day |
| December | 36° | 29° | 11 | 1.7 h/day |
Sweden weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Sweden?
Averaged across the covered cities, May to June offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Sweden?
Yes - Stockholm sees regular snowfall. Stockholm gets the most, about 21 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Sweden like?
The covered cities fall under oceanic climate. That means mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall.