Västerås Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Västerås, Vastmanland, Sweden, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) in July, while winters cool to 1°C (34°F) in February.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 663 mm (26 in), with July being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from February to March. The sunniest month is June, with 9.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Västerås
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Västerås. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C (34°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in July to -6°C (21°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Västerås
Generally, Västerås has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 663 mm (26 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Västerås can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 80 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 14 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 Västerås 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 Västerås
Västerås can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Västerås 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Västerås
During the months of June, July and August, Västerås enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69°F) to 24°C (74°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 75 mm (3 in) in June to 80 mm (3.1 in) in July. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
