Sweden weather in May
Planning a getaway to Sweden this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Sweden in May?
In May, Sweden experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to moderate and moderate precipitation.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Abisko at 4°C to moderate in Högsby at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Högsby and -2°C in Abisko.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fårö with an average of 33 mm to moderate rainfall in Riksgränsen with 88 mm. Meanwhile, Stockholm enjoys approximately 280 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Sweden, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Sweden's yearly weather, check out our Sweden climate page.
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Average weather in Stockholm
In May Stockholm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C 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, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C 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 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C 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, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C 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 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Sweden?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Sweden with overall tolerable weather in Stockholm. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Sweden is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Stockholm. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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