Sweden Stockholm Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Stockholm is low
February is low for Stockholm.
Lowest-season month with slightly more daylight. Light installations across central make this Stockholm's surprise winter highlight.
Travel score
Stockholm February Weather Stats
Avg High
0°C
Avg Low
-5°C
Rainy Days
8
30mm total
Sunshine
2h
Daily avg
Humidity
84%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 38
Sea Temp
1°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
-3°C
Nighttime
-9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 38 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stockholm Light Walk
- Quiet museums
- Low-season pricing
- Daylight returning
Cons
- Still bitter cold
- Sunset 17:00
- Snow/ice common
February Events & Festivals
- Stockholm Light Walk (mid-Feb)
- Valentine's Day
Stockholm in February — Full Picture
Lowest-season month with slightly more daylight. Light installations across central make this Stockholm's surprise winter highlight.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like January. Heavy coat, waterproof boots, thermal layer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
9.3°C
1.7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21°C
12.7°C
9/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
10.3°C
5°C
10.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current0°C
-4.3°C
9.3/mo
Stockholm Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1° | -5° | 10d·40mm | 1h | 86% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 0° | -5° | 8d·30mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -2° | 9d·30mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 8d·30mm | 6h | 72% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 15° | 6° | 7d·30mm | 9h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 11° | 8d·45mm | 10h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 14° | 9d·60mm | 9h | 67% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 10d·65mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 10d·55mm | 5h | 76% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 5° | 11d·50mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | 1° | 11d·55mm | 1h | 87% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 1° | -3° | 10d·45mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Very busy | Peak |
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Stockholm February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Stockholm?
Stockholm in February is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Stockholm in February?
Stockholm February averages a high of 0°C and a low of -5°C.
Does it rain much in Stockholm in February?
Stockholm February averages 30mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Stockholm in February?
Like January. Heavy coat, waterproof boots, thermal layer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Stockholm in February?
Stockholm February sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 17:00, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Stockholm in February?
Stockholm February air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Stockholm in February?
In February, Stockholm is great for Light Walk, Vasa + Nordic Museum, City Hall tower (closed Mar-Apr).
Is February peak season in Stockholm?
Stockholm February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.