Östergötland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Östergötland, Sweden in May.

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Norrköping Linköping Motala Torpa

Planning a getaway to Östergötland, 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 to Expect in Östergötland in May

Östergötland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. May in Östergötland generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Nävekvarn to 17°C (63°F) in Regna. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Regna and 7°C (45°F) in Nävekvarn.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Östergötland, Sweden, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nävekvarn with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Olstorp with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Norrköping gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Östergötland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Östergötland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Norrköping)

January2°C (36°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
Best Time to Visit Östergötland →

Best Places to Visit in Östergötland in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Östergötland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Östergötland

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Östergötland, Sweden?

Temperature range in Östergötland (May)

Precipitation variation in Östergötland (May)

Norrköping

In May Norrköping generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
220 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Norrköping →

Linköping

In May Linköping generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
220 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Linköping →

Motala

In May Motala generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
220 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Motala →

Torpa

In May Torpa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
220 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Torpa →

Vadstena

In May Vadstena generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
220 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Vadstena →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Östergötland, in Sweden.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Östergötland in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Norrköping 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Linköping 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Motala 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Torpa 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Vadstena 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sankt Anna 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Östergötland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Östergötland, Sweden in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Östergötland, Sweden in May. The popular destination of Norrköping averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Östergötland, Sweden in May?

Average temperatures in Östergötland, Sweden during May range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Norrköping.

Does Östergötland, Sweden get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Östergötland, Sweden during May, with Norrköping averaging close to 54 mm (2.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Östergötland, Sweden?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Östergötland, Sweden with overall tolerable weather in Norrköping.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Norrköping. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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