Stockholm Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Stockholm. The annual average is 10°C high / 4°C low — hottest in July (22°C) and coldest in January (-5°C).
Stockholm Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Stockholm's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 10° / 4°
- Best time to visit
- May, June, July
- Hottest month
- July (22°C)
- Coldest month
- January (-5°C)
- Wettest month
- August (65mm)
- Driest month
- February (30mm)
As of 2026, Stockholm's weather averages 10°C high / 4°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is May, June, July. The hottest month is July (22°C), the coldest is January (-5°C), and the wettest is August (65mm).
Best Time to Visit Stockholm
May is the best-value summer-quality month for Stockholm — 17 hours of daylight, comfortable 15°C highs, the driest month of the year (30mm rainfall), full archipelago ferry season operational, and crowds + prices below Jun-Aug peak. The Stockholm Marathon (last Saturday) is a city-wide spectacle. By month-end, City Hall's tower reopens — climb for the year's best panorama on a cool clear evening. May is when locals say Stockholm is at its actual best.
June brings Stockholm's signature white nights — sunrise 03:30, sunset 22:00, true darkness only 1-2 hours. The cultural pinnacle is Midsummer Eve (Friday closest to June 24): maypole dancing at Skansen, herring + new potatoes + akvavit lunches, white-flower crowns, and the canonical summer-solstice celebration of the entire Swedish year. Stockholm itself empties as locals head to country cottages — restaurants close, central city quiet, archipelago full. Book Midsummer well ahead or plan around it.
July is Stockholm's warmest month + highest hotel rates + biggest tourist crowds. Stockholm Pride (late July or early August depending on year) is Europe's largest LGBTQ+ pride parade — 50,000+ marchers, 500,000+ spectators, rainbow flags from Kungsgatan to Östermalm. The trade-off most travelers don't expect: many of the best local restaurants close for owner's-vacation (semester) for 3-4 weeks in July. Frantzén closed entire July most years; Pelikan, Tradition, Adam/Albin variable. Plan around it.
Stockholm Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / -5° | 40mm | 10 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 0° / -5° | 30mm | 8 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 4° / -2° | 30mm | 9 | Quiet | Details → |
| April | 9° / 1° | 30mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 15° / 6° | 30mm | 7 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 20° / 11° | 45mm | 8 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 22° / 14° | 60mm | 9 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 21° / 13° | 65mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 16° / 9° | 55mm | 10 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 10° / 5° | 50mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 5° / 1° | 55mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| December | 1° / -3° | 45mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Stockholm by Season
Mid-spring layering — light jacket, knit on top of tee, sneakers, compact umbrella. Late-month begins café terrace weather. Sunglasses essential (sun lower than summer but felt strongly with 6h sunshine).
Peak summer — tee + shorts or sundress, lightweight cardigan for evenings, sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes. Swimsuit for archipelago + Långholmen city beach.
Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 11 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
Like January — heavy down coat, waterproof boots, thermal base layer. Daylight returning means more outdoor walking opportunities, so packable gloves + wool buff are essential. Indoor museums still hot — removable layers.
Stockholm Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Stockholm? +
For weather, May, June, July are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 15°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Stockholm? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 22°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of -5°C. The annual average is 10°C high / 4°C low.
When does it rain most in Stockholm? +
The wettest month is August (65mm over about 10 rainy days) and the driest is February (30mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 535mm.
What should I pack for Stockholm? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 9/2°C — Mid-spring layering — light jacket, knit on top of tee, sneakers, compact umbrella. Late-month begins café terrace weather. Sunglasses essential (sun lower than summer but felt strongly with 6h sunshine). Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 21/13°C — Peak summer — tee + shorts or sundress, lightweight cardigan for evenings, sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes. Swimsuit for archipelago + Långholmen city beach. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 10/5°C — Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 11 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 0/-4°C — Like January — heavy down coat, waterproof boots, thermal base layer. Daylight returning means more outdoor walking opportunities, so packable gloves + wool buff are essential. Indoor museums still hot — removable layers.
What is the weather in Stockholm this month (June)? +
June averages 20°C high / 11°C low with 45mm rainfall over about 8 rainy days. Crowds are very busy and prices are high.
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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.