2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Stockholm in December

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

December is a wet time to visit Stockholm. Stockholm has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 5°C, lows of 2°C, and approximately 15 rainy days per month.

Avg High

5°C

Avg Low

2°C

Rainy days

15days

Daylight

6.1h

Is December a good time to visit Stockholm?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:39 AM

Sunset

2:48 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C 1°C 8 Good
February 5°C -1°C 11 Good
March 6°C -1°C 9 Good
April 11°C 2°C 5 Good
May 14°C 4°C 14 Excellent (best)
June 22°C 12°C 5 Excellent (best)
July 20°C 12°C 14 Excellent (best)
August 23°C 13°C 4 Excellent (best)
September 18°C 10°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 12°C 6°C 16 Wet
November 8°C 4°C 13 Wet
December 5°C 2°C 15 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

Planning a trip to Stockholm?

Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Stockholm? +

December is typically Wet for visiting Stockholm, with average highs of 5°C and around 15 rainy days.

What should I pack for Stockholm in December? +

With highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Stockholm in December? +

Stockholm typically sees around 15 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Stockholm in December? +

In December, Stockholm gets approximately 6.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Stockholm? +

No, December is not peak season in Stockholm. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Stockholm? +

The best months to visit Stockholm are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Stockholm)

Last Updated: January 2026

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