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Umeå Climate by Month

Umeå experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to very cold weather. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Umeå is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -9°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Umeå receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 744 mm annually. Umeå experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 80 mm in July, the wettest month, and 41 mm in April, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Umeå can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Umeå in Sweden

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in UmeÃ¥?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in UmeÃ¥?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in UmeÃ¥?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in UmeÃ¥?
    July tops the wettest month list with 80 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in UmeÃ¥?
    April is the driest month with 41 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in UmeÃ¥?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 289 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Umeå

    Sat   Dec 14
    -2°C | -6°C
    NE 25 km/h
    23 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    -1°C | -15°C
    SE 22 km/h
    16 mm
    broken clouds and slight snow

    broken clouds and slight snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    -1°C | -6°C
    NW 11 km/h
    13 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow