Västerbotten Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Västerbotten, Sweden in July.

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Umeå Byske Skellefteå Karlsten

Thinking about venturing to Västerbotten, Sweden this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Västerbotten in July

Västerbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. July in Västerbotten generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Hemavan at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Himmersundet at 21°C (70°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Himmersundet and 7°C (45°F) in Hemavan. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Västerbotten, Sweden.

To explore the conditions in Västerbotten, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Byske with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Kittelfjäll with 126 mm (5 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Umeå.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Umeå sees close to 289 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Västerbotten in July

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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 Västerbotten

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Västerbotten, Sweden?

Temperature range in Västerbotten (July)

Precipitation variation in Västerbotten (July)

Umeå

In July Umeå generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
286 hours
289 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Umeå →

Byske

In July Byske generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Byske →

Skellefteå

In July Skellefteå generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Skellefteå →

Karlsten

In July Karlsten generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Karlsten →

Vilhelmina

In July Vilhelmina generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Vilhelmina →

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

In our records: Sweden July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Sweden in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Sweden reached 37°C (99°F) in Linköping on July 21, 2022.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Västerbotten in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Umeå 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Byske 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Skellefteå 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Karlsten 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Vilhelmina 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Kittelfjäll 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 126 mm (5 in)

Västerbotten weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västerbotten, Sweden in July?

July in Västerbotten, Sweden brings perfect weather. In Umeå, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Västerbotten, Sweden in July?

Average temperatures in Västerbotten, Sweden during July range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Umeå.

Does Västerbotten, Sweden get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in Västerbotten, Sweden. Umeå averages only about 80 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Västerbotten, Sweden?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Västerbotten, Sweden. Typically, the climate in Umeå is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Umeå. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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