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Gothenburg Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Gothenburg experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to cold weather. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Gothenburg is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -2°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Gothenburg receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 967 mm annually. Gothenburg offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between August (105 mm) and March (52 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For more details, please visit our Gothenburg Precipitation page.

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Gothenburg serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 3°C in February to 16°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gothenburg.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 85%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%.

Relative humidity over the year

Average wind speed

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in August to 4 m/s in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Forecast for Gothenburg

Wed   Dec 18
9°C | 4°C
S 7 m/s
13 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Dec 19
7°C | 4°C
W 6 m/s
1.1 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Dec 20
6°C | 1°C
NW 6 m/s
1.6 mm
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gothenburg?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gothenburg?
    August tops the wettest month list with 105 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gothenburg?
    March is the driest month with 52 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gothenburg?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 260 hours of sunshine.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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