Västerås Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Västerås.
Climate overview of Västerås
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 January.
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, with warm summers and very cold winters. The sunniest month is June, with 9.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Västerås Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Västerås - and find the best time to visit.
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 January, 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 January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
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. 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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Västerås
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: June
- Fewer rainy days: February, March, April, May and June
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from February to March, with warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -6°C (21°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Västerås
What is the best time to visit Västerås?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Västerås. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Västerås has a distinct dry season from February to March, with warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Västerås?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Västerås get?
Annual rainfall is around 663 mm (26 in). July is the wettest month with 80 mm (3.1 in), while March is the driest with 35 mm (1.4 in).
How sunny is Västerås?
Västerås receives around 1,829 hours of sunshine per year. June is the sunniest month with 293 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 34 hours.
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