SwedenWhat’s the climate like in Stockholm?
The current climate in Stockholm features temperatures ranging from a high of 24°C to a low of 2°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 12°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -3°C and in the warmer months around 15°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Stockholm in recent years was 34°C in July 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -12°C in January 2016.
On average, Stockholm gets 706 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 88 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Sweden? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Småland, Malmö, Gothenburg, or explore other destinations in Sweden.
Best time to visit Stockholm?
The best time to visit Stockholm for mild to warm weather is May up to September. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Stockholm.
Climate Table of Stockholm
The climate table of Stockholm shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -2 | -1 | -1 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 | -1 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 70 | 44 | 31 | 28 | 45 | 83 | 95 | 70 | 50 | 85 | 55 | 50 |
| Snow (cm) | 30 | 25 | 11 | 1,6 | 1,2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5,5 | 13 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 12°C
- Highest temperature: 24°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 2°C in January
- Precipitation*: 706 mm per year, averaging 59 mm per month
- Snowfall: 88 cm per year
- Driest months: 28 mm in April, 31 mm in March and 44 mm in February
- Wettest months: 95 mm in July, 85 mm in October and 83 mm in June
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Stockholm
Average Temperature per Month in Stockholm
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Stockholm, Sweden. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Stockholm
This graph shows how much rainfall Stockholm, Sweden, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Stockholm
This graph shows how much snow Stockholm, Sweden, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Stockholm
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Stockholm, Sweden. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Stockholm
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Stockholm, Sweden. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Stockholm
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Stockholm, Sweden, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Stockholm
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Stockholm, Sweden, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Stockholm
The weather in Stockholm is rated an average of 2,8 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to Stockholm? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Fantastic weather, hot but never muggy. Daylight lasting almost 24 hours was a unique experience. But several unexpected rain showers put an end to the work.— This text is automatically translated to English
The evenings were colder, but a warm coat made it bearable. However, keep in mind that there could be occasional showers.— This text is automatically translated to English
The cold was very severe, days below -5 degrees Celsius. Adding grayish skies and frequent snowfalls, the weather proved very unpleasant for recreation.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were incredibly short and it was very cold, often down to -5°C. There was also a lot of snow.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sometimes there were bright, clear days, ideal for long walks. However, there were also frequent cold winds and sudden snowfalls. Bring warm clothing and prepare for changeable weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
I went on a city trip in February. In the evening it was freezing cold -8 even and wind chill -12— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Stockholm by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Stockholm. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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