Climate Chart of Gothenburg, Sweden
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Gothenburg, Sweden, the climate data cover 2013–2023. The monthly mean temperature ranges from January at 0.9 °C to July at 17.3 °C, giving a broad sense of the contrast between the coolest and warmest monthly averages. Daily sunshine also varies markedly across the year, while rainfall and recorded snowfall are described by daily mean amounts. These figures are useful for setting expectations, but they do not describe the weather on any particular day.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures reach their highest point in July, at 17.3 °C, and their lowest in January, at 0.9 °C. These are averages for the month, not daytime highs or a promise about conditions on a given date, so visitors should allow for day-to-day variation. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean is 8.7 °C; it is not a day-weighted annual average.
Sunshine
Daily sunshine duration averages 12.98 hours/day in June, the annual high, and 1.73 hours/day in December, the low. This measure can help with planning outdoor time, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length and does not guarantee clear skies throughout a visit. The unweighted mean of the monthly sunshine means is 7.38 hours/day.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is lowest in April, at 1.42 mm/day, and highest in August, at 3.82 mm/day. The figures are daily means rather than monthly totals, and they cannot show how often rain falls or whether a particular day will be wet. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 2.52 mm/day, which provides a broad reference rather than a day-weighted annual amount.
Snow
The highest monthly mean daily snowfall is recorded in January, at 5.65 mm/day; the unweighted mean across monthly means is 1.65 mm/day. These are snowfall amounts, not evidence of how many days snow falls, how deep it becomes, whether snow cover persists, or whether conditions suit skiing.
Best Travel Time Guide for Gothenburg, Sweden: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
For visitors prioritising lower average rainfall, April is the lower-rainfall option in the monthly figures, with mean daily rainfall of 1.42 mm/day. That does not guarantee dry days or indicate how frequently rain occurs, so keeping flexible plans and packing a rain layer remain sensible. Those prioritising cooler monthly averages can look to January, when the monthly mean temperature is 0.9 °C; this is not a forecast of daytime highs or daily conditions. For rain preparation, August has the highest mean daily rainfall, 3.82 mm/day, while June has the highest mean daily sunshine duration, 12.98 hours/day, which may be useful when planning outdoor sightseeing. The sunshine figure is not day length and cannot promise clear weather. The lowest sunshine mean is December at 1.73 hours/day; consider daylight expectations separately from rainfall when choosing dates, since these measures identify different planning criteria rather than one universally best time to visit.
Climate Data Overview for Gothenburg, Sweden
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Gothenburg, Sweden. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.9 | 1.91 | 5.65 | 2.28 |
| Feb | 1.1 | 1.78 | 5.29 | 4.20 |
| Mar | 2.7 | 1.56 | 3.28 | 6.87 |
| Apr | 6.7 | 1.42 | 0.55 | 10.28 |
| May | 11.7 | 2.32 | 0.04 | 11.82 |
| Jun | 16.0 | 2.72 | 0.00 | 12.98 |
| Jul | 17.3 | 3.25 | 0.00 | 12.60 |
| Aug | 16.7 | 3.82 | 0.00 | 10.49 |
| Sep | 13.9 | 3.12 | 0.00 | 8.03 |
| Oct | 9.6 | 3.54 | 0.10 | 4.84 |
| Nov | 5.4 | 2.47 | 1.22 | 2.39 |
| Dec | 2.6 | 2.39 | 3.62 | 1.73 |
| Average | 8.7 | 2.52 | 1.65 | 7.38 |
