Stockholm weather in May (Stockholm county, Sweden)
What kind of weather does May bring to Stockholm? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Stockholm generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 5°C.
Precipitation
Stockholm in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.Average sunshine
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 280 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Stockholm.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stockholm climate page with graphs.
Stockholm, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Water Temperature
7°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
48 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
60%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
280 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Sweden in May
Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 7°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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