The climate of 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.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Stockholm, Sweden.

Temperature records

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.

Precipitation and snowfall

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.

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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
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

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Stockholm, Sweden. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Stockholm

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Yearly Temperature in Stockholm

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Stockholm, Sweden. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Stockholm

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Stockholm

Average Snowfall per Month in Stockholm

Total Yearly Snowfall in Stockholm

UV index chart

This chart 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.

Average UV Index per Month in Stockholm

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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was here in June Weather experience:Good

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.

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was here in April Weather experience:Good

The evenings were colder, but a warm coat made it bearable. However, keep in mind that there could be occasional showers.

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was here in February Weather experience:Bad

The cold was very severe, days below -5 degrees Celsius. Adding grayish skies and frequent snowfalls, the weather proved very unpleasant for recreation.

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was here in January Weather experience:Bad

The days were incredibly short and it was very cold, often down to -5°C. There was also a lot of snow.

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was here in March Weather experience:Okay

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.

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was here in February Weather experience:Bad

I went on a city trip in February. In the evening it was freezing cold -8 even and wind chill -12

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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.