Stockholm Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Stockholm: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Stockholm 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 | 69° | 56° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 53° | 2,3 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 Stockholm
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Stockholm compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Stockholm.
| 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 | 44°F | 35°F cooler | 31 in |
| Oslo Gardermoen Airport | 250 mi | 43°F | 35°F cooler | 39 in |
Climate by airport in Stockholm
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Stockholm
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 Stockholm
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month.
A 99% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 - 2 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
Stockholm is a city in Sweden. Stockholm is known for Archipelago capital and Gamla Stan. It has a population of about 980.000.
Right now it is 58°F (15°C) in Stockholm with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 58°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Stockholm 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Stockholm today at 9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Stockholm?
Stockholm is a city in Sweden. Its coordinates are 59.3293, 18.0686. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Stockholm right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Stockholm?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Stockholm, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Stockholm in?
Stockholm observes Europe/Stockholm (UTC+02:00). The local time is 5:35 PM.
How many people live in Stockholm?
Stockholm has a population of approximately 980.000.
What is the nearest airport to Stockholm?
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 Stockholm?
Stockholm covers 1 places in this atlas, including Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 5:35 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
