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Skärholmen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Skärholmen.
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Climate overview of Skärholmen
Skärholmen, Stockholm county, Sweden, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) in July, while winters cool to 2°C (36°F) in January.
With around 637 mm (25 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. August is the wettest month and March the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from February to April, with warm summers and very cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 9.4 hours of daily sunshine.
Skärholmen Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Skärholmen - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Skärholmen
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Skärholmen. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July to a very cold 2°C (36°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -5°C (23°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Skärholmen
Generally, Skärholmen has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 637 mm (25 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Skärholmen offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month August (75 mm (3 in)) and the driest month March (35 mm (1.4 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Skärholmen 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 Skärholmen
For those who appreciate different seasons, Skärholmen serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.1 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Stockholm, Sweden (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Stockholm, Sweden (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Water Temperature in Skärholmen
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
Data from: Stockholm, Sweden (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Humidity in Skärholmen by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Skärholmen.
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
Data from: Stockholm, Sweden (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Wind Speed in Skärholmen
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) to 4 m/s (8 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, July, August, September, November and December and higher in May, June and October. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Stockholm, Sweden (8 KM, 5 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Skärholmen
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Skärholmen in June, July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
cold
Mar
cold
Apr
mixed
May
good
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
good
Oct
mixed
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: May, June and July
- Fewest rainy days: March, April, May and June
- Warmest water temperature: August, although the water may still feel cool.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from February to April, with warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -5°C (23°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Skärholmen
What is the best time to visit Skärholmen?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Skärholmen. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Skärholmen has a distinct dry season from February to April, with warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Skärholmen?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January 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 Skärholmen get?
Annual rainfall is around 637 mm (25 in). August is the wettest month with 75 mm (3 in), while March is the driest with 35 mm (1.4 in).
How sunny is Skärholmen?
Skärholmen 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.
Skärholmen 3-Day Forecast
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