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Stockholm Climate by Month

The climate in Sweden is typically temperate being in the south of the country. This means it has cold, cloudy winters and cool, partly cloudy summers. For Stockholm in January the daily average maximum temperature is 1°C with the average minimum -3°C, while in June the average maximum is 20°C with a minimum of 11.8°C.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Stockholm can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 2°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around -5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Stockholm experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 636 mm yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, March experiences a drier climate, with about 35 mm of snow/rainfall spread across 12 snowy/rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Stockholm. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Stockholm ranges from 1°C in March to 19°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Stockholm in Sweden

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Stockholm?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Stockholm?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Stockholm?
    August tops the wettest month list with 75 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Stockholm?
    March is the driest month with 35 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Stockholm?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 283 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Stockholm

    Sat   Dec 14
    4°C | -2°C
    W 22 km/h
    3.2 mm
    overcast and sleet

    overcast and sleet

    Sun   Dec 15
    4°C | -3°C
    NW 22 km/h
    2.2 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    5°C | 2°C
    W 25 km/h
    1.7 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain