Sweden weather in May
What is the weather like in Sweden in May?
The weather conditions in Sweden in May vary from poor to pleasant depending on the destination.
During May in Sweden, the average maximum temperature varies from low in Riksgränsen with 4°C (39°F) to moderate in Abbekås with 18°C (64°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Abbekås and -4°C (25°F) in Riksgränsen.
Precipitation in May varies from low in Dalarö with an average of 26mm (1 inches) of rainfall to moderate in Höljes with 61mm (2.4 inches).
It is also generally a
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To learn more about the weather conditions in specific areas of Sweden, check out the map below.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Sweden?
Average weather in Stockholm
In May Stockholm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (58°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Gothenburg
In May Gothenburg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (62°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Visby
In May Visby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (58°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (42°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Malmö
In May Malmö generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Simrishamn
In May Simrishamn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to go to Sweden?
In our opinion May is a good time to visit Sweden with commonly tolerable weather in Stockholm. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Sweden is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Stockholm.
The worst months are January, February, March, October, November and December that can have poor weather conditions.
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