Sweden Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Sweden: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Sweden month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° | 23° | 2,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 32° | 23° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 45° | 33° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 50° | 36° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 45° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 54° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 58° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 70° | 56° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 53° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 51° | 42° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 40° | 33° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 36° | 29° | 1,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Sweden
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Sweden compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Sweden.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estonia | 235 mi | 45°F | 33°F cooler | 32 in |
| Helsinki | 246 mi | 44°F | 34°F cooler | 30 in |
| Finland | 246 mi | 44°F | 34°F cooler | 30 in |
| Helsinki Airport | 249 mi | 43°F | 35°F cooler | 31 in |
| Oslo Gardermoen Airport | 250 mi | 43°F | 35°F cooler | 36 in |
Climate by city in Sweden
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Sweden
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Sweden
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 9.2°F above the 51°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 69°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Sweden is a country in Europe. Sweden is a country in Europe with its capital at Stockholm. It has a population of about 10.5 million. The capital is Stockholm.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Sweden with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 53°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Sweden is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), about 23 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 9.2°F above the 51°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Sweden today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Sweden
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 59°19′45.5″N 18°4′7″E (59.3293, 18.0686) |
| Capital | Stockholm |
| Population | 10.500.000 |
| Area | 173.860 sq mi |
| ISO code | SE |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SWE |
| Currency | Swedish krona (SEK) |
| Languages | Swedish |
| Calling code | +46 |
| Time zone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Local time | 4:54 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Weather map for Sweden
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Explore Sweden
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sweden?
Sweden is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 59.3293, 18.0686. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Sweden right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sweden?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Sweden, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sweden in?
Sweden observes Europe/Stockholm (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:54 PM.
How many people live in Sweden?
Sweden has a population of approximately 10.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Sweden?
The closest airports are Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 23 mi away, Helsinki Airport (HEL), 249 mi away and Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), 250 mi away.
What places are in Sweden?
Sweden covers 1 places in this atlas, including Stockholm.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 4:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
