Sälen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sälen.
Climate overview of Sälen
Sälen, Dalarna, Sweden, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to -3°C (27°F) in January.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 865 mm (34 in), with July being the wettest month. The city also has pleasant summers and very cold winters.
Sälen Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sälen - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Sälen
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Sälen. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C (27°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 9°C (48°F) in July to -10°C (14°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sälen
Generally, Sälen has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 865 mm (34 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Sälen can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 106 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 43 mm (1.7 in) of precipitation spread across 14 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Sälen Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Sälen
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July
- Warmest weather: July
- Seasonal pattern: Pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -10°C (14°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Sälen
What is the best time to visit Sälen?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Sälen. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Sälen has pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Sälen?
Daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -10°C (14°F) to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Sälen get?
Annual rainfall is around 865 mm (34 in). July is the wettest month with 106 mm (4.2 in), while March is the driest with 43 mm (1.7 in).
Sälen 3-Day Forecast
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