Kista Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Kista.
Climate overview of Kista
The climate in Kista, Stockholm county, Sweden, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 23°C (73°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in February.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 637 mm (25 in), with August being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from February to April. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Kista Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kista — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Kista
In Kista, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 2°C (36°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to -5°C (23°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kista
On average, Kista receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 637 mm (25 in). Kista can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 76 mm (3 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 35 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation spread across 12 snowy/rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Kista Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Kista
Kista can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Kista
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 1°C (34°F) in March to 19°C (66°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Kista by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kista.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 87%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Kista
The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s (6 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, July, August, September, November and December and highest during May, June and October. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Kista
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Kista
What is the best time to visit Kista?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Kista. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Kista has a distinct dry season from February to April.
What temperatures can I expect in Kista?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in February to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -5°C (23°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Kista get?
Annual rainfall is around 637 mm (25 in). August is the wettest month with 76 mm (3 in), while March is the driest with 35 mm (1.4 in).
How sunny is Kista?
Kista receives around 1,917 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 283 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 32 hours.
Kista 3-Day Forecast
Kista 3-Day Forecast
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