Best Time to Visit Gothenburg
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (21.4°C high); Sep is rainiest (84 mm).
Gothenburg weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.7 | -3 | 71 | 0.6 |
| Feb | 1.9 | -3.3 | 51 | 1.6 |
| Mar | 5 | -1.1 | 54 | 3.6 |
| Apr | 9.8 | 1.7 | 46 | 6.2 |
| May | 16.4 | 6.5 | 52 | 8.3 |
| Jun | 19.5 | 10.6 | 68 | 8.8 |
| Jul | 21.4 | 12.7 | 66 | 8.5 |
| Aug | 20.6 | 12.1 | 75 | 6.8 |
| Sep | 15.8 | 8.7 | 84 | 4.2 |
| Oct | 11.2 | 5.2 | 84 | 2.2 |
| Nov | 6.3 | 1.6 | 84 | 0.8 |
| Dec | 3.4 | -1.4 | 84 | 0.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: Jul
Hiking: MayJulJunAug
Sightseeing: JunJulMayAug
Gothenburg quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gothenburg?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 84 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 21.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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