Stockholm

Stockholm county Weather in May

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

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Stockholm Solna Bromma Arlanda

Considering a trip to Stockholm county, Sweden this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Stockholm county in May

Stockholm county, Sweden is a region in Sweden. May in Stockholm county generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Djurhamn at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Bro at 18°C (64°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Bro and 7°C (45°F) in Djurhamn.

For specific regional insights in Stockholm county, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Djurhamn with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Nykvarn with 52 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Stockholm gets approximately 280 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Stockholm county by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April11°C (52°F) May16°C (61°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)
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Best Places to Visit in Stockholm county in May

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

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 Stockholm county

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

Temperature range in Stockholm county (May)

Precipitation variation in Stockholm county (May)

Stockholm

In May Stockholm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
280 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Solna

In May Solna 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
11°C (52°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
215 hours
280 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Bromma

In May Bromma generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
280 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Bromma →

Arlanda

In May Arlanda 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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
280 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Arlanda →

Sigtuna

In May Sigtuna 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)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
277 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stockholm 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Solna 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Bromma 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Arlanda 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sigtuna 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Lidingö 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Stockholm county weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stockholm county, Sweden in May?

In May, Stockholm county, Sweden generally has tolerable weather conditions. Stockholm sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Stockholm county, Sweden in May?

Stockholm averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Stockholm county, Sweden get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Stockholm county, Sweden. Stockholm averages only about 48 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Stockholm county, Sweden?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Stockholm, May might be a good time to visit Stockholm county, Sweden. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Stockholm. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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