Sweden Gothenburg Weather in June — Climate Guide
June in Gothenburg is high
Gothenburg Weather in June — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 18° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 60mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Gothenburg in June averages a high of 18°C and low of 11°C with 60mm of rain over about 11 days. Early summer — tee + light pants/shorts, lightweight cardigan for evenings. Sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes for long daylight days. Pack a sleep mask — late-June white nights make hotel curtains insufficient.
June is high for Gothenburg.
June brings Gothenburg's longest daylight — sunrise 04:15, sunset 22:10, twilight until midnight. The cultural pinnacle is Midsummer Eve (Friday closest to June 24): maypole dancing at Slottsskogen + Liseberg + Brännö island, herring + new potatoes + akvavit lunches, white-flower crowns, and the canonical summer-solstice celebration of the Swedish year. Gothenburg itself empties as locals head to country cottages — book around it or plan for the quieter city.
Travel score
White nights + Midsummer Eve — most-Swedish week of the year
June Weather at a Glance
June averages 64°F / 18°C highs and 52°F / 11°C lows with 60mm rainfall over 11 wet days. Humidity 71%. Sunshine 9h. Daylight peaks at 18h around the solstice — sunrise 04:15, sunset 22:10. Twilight extends past midnight late June. Sea-temp 14°C makes swimming possible but cold-shock real. Mosquitoes emerge especially in archipelago + Slottsskogen parks. The Bohuslän coast is at peak photogenic — fishing villages, seafood restaurants, summer-house atmosphere.
June Travel Advice
Midsummer Eve (Friday closest to June 24) — book restaurant + hotel 2-3 months ahead OR plan a country day trip to Brännö (folk-dancing tradition, public transit reachable). Many restaurants close Midsummer week (Wed-Sun) — Bhoga, Koka, Sjömagasinet all variable. Sleep mask essential. Mosquito repellent for archipelago + park visits.
June Pricing Trends
Year's near-peak: Upper House $400-580/night, mid-range 4-star $220-360. Midsummer Eve adds $50-200/night premium. Flights from major hubs $900-1,500.
Gothenburg June Weather Stats
Avg High
18°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
11
60mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
71%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
14°C
swimming possible
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
June Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
18°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for June
June Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Daylight 18 hours — peak white nights
- 18/11°C ideal summer weather
- Midsummer Eve cultural pinnacle (Brännö island folk-dancing)
- All archipelago routes + Bohuslän coast active
- Liseberg + Universeum + everything operational
- Sea-temp 14°C swimming possible
Cons
- Hotels 30%+ above May
- Midsummer Eve: central Gothenburg empties (locals head to country)
- Many restaurants close Midsummer week (Wed-Sun)
- Tourist crowds peak at Haga + Liseberg
- White nights make sleep difficult without blackout
June Events & Festivals
- Midsummer Eve (Friday closest to June 24) — Sweden's biggest folk holiday
- National Day (June 6, smaller celebration)
- Liseberg full summer season
- Bohuslän coast peak season opens
Gothenburg in June — Full Picture
June brings Gothenburg's longest daylight — sunrise 04:15, sunset 22:10, twilight until midnight. The cultural pinnacle is Midsummer Eve (Friday closest to June 24): maypole dancing at Slottsskogen + Liseberg + Brännö island, herring + new potatoes + akvavit lunches, white-flower crowns, and the canonical summer-solstice celebration of the Swedish year. Gothenburg itself empties as locals head to country cottages — book around it or plan for the quieter city.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early summer — tee + light pants/shorts, lightweight cardigan for evenings. Sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes for long daylight days. Pack a sleep mask — late-June white nights make hotel curtains insufficient.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
10°C
2.7°C
10.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current19.7°C
13°C
12/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
11°C
7°C
13.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
1.7°C
-2.3°C
12.7/mo
Gothenburg Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1° | -3° | 13d·60mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -3° | 11d·40mm | 2h | 86% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -1° | 11d·50mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 10° | 2° | 10d·45mm | 6h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 15° | 7° | 10d·45mm | 8h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 18° | 11° | 11d·60mm | 9h | 71% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 21° | 14° | 12d·70mm | 9h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 20° | 14° | 13d·80mm | 7h | 76% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 11° | 13d·75mm | 5h | 80% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 11° | 7° | 14d·80mm | 3h | 84% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 6° | 3° | 14d·80mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 3° | -1° | 14d·70mm | 1h | 89% | 0 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is June a good time to visit Gothenburg?
Gothenburg in June is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Gothenburg in June?
Gothenburg June averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Gothenburg in June?
Gothenburg June averages 60mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Gothenburg in June?
Early summer — tee + light pants/shorts, lightweight cardigan for evenings. Sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes for long daylight days. Pack a sleep mask — late-June white nights make hotel curtains insufficient.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Gothenburg in June?
Gothenburg June sunrise is 04:15 and sunset is 22:10, with 17h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Gothenburg in June?
Gothenburg June air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Gothenburg in June?
In June, Gothenburg is great for Midsummer Eve at Slottsskogen or Brännö island folk-dancing, Archipelago day to Vrångö + Brännö + Styrsö, Liseberg at peak season.
Is June peak season in Gothenburg?
Gothenburg June crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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