The climate in Stockholm is temperate, with annual average temperatures spanning 0°C / 32°F during February up to 21°C / 70°F in July.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 48 mm / 1.9 inches monthly, peaking in August (70 mm / 2.8 inches) and reaching its lowest in March (32 mm / 1.3 inches).
UV peaks in June (index 6) and drops to its lowest in December (index 1); regular sun protection is advisable in warmer months.
Daylight hours range from about 6.2 hours in December to 18.5 hours in June.
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Average highs up to 21.3°C and lows down to -4.0°C.
August averages 70 mm.
Typical peak UV is Moderate.
Roughly 6 hrs to 18 hrs.
Average around 13 km/h, peaking in January.
Generally 70 % to 88 %.
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On a typical year, you can expect highs around 10°C (50°F) and lows near 4°C (39°F). Conditions usually feel cool in the daytime and cold once the sun goes down. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.
The driest month is usually March, with around 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels are often high (around 6). Regular sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
Yes. Snowfall is possible, and it peaks in February, when averages reach around 0.6 cm. Winters are when you're most likely to see snow on the ground.
Across the year, average winds sit around 13 km/h (8 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 61 km/h (38 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.