2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Stockholm in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Stockholm. Stockholm has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.

Avg High

14°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

14days

Daylight

17h

Is May a good time to visit Stockholm?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

4:16 AM

Sunset

9:14 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 May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

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

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Stockholm? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Stockholm, with average highs of 14°C and around 14 rainy days.

What should I pack for Stockholm in May? +

With highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Stockholm in May? +

Stockholm typically sees around 14 rainy days in May.

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

In May, Stockholm gets approximately 17 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Stockholm? +

Yes, May is peak season in Stockholm. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

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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