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Stockholm weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Stockholm May weather at a glance

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In May, Stockholm averages 11.5°C, with typical highs of 16.2°C and lows of 6.9°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 66% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 5.1°C cooler than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Stockholm May temperature & humidity

Average11.5°CHigh 16.2° / low 6.9°
Humidity66%
Wet days8 days24% of days
Day–night range9.3°

Stockholm May rain & wet days

Wet days8 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days24%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Stockholm in May

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 16.2°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 6.9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve tops
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Stockholm May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Europe/Stockholm)

Sunrise on the 15th04:15
Sunset on the 15th21:15
Daylight duration17h 0m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0104:4920:4215h 53m
2026-05-1504:1521:1517h 0m
2026-05-3103:4521:4718h 2m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

Stockholm travel updates

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Best months to visit Stockholm

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202413.2°4 wet days, 66% humidity
May 20259.8°11 wet days, 65% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

112°3°
215°9°2.5mm
314°6°
48°4°
511°2°
69°4°
710°3°
811°4°
97°3°4mm
1010°3°
1114°4°
1217°3°
1317°7°
1411°4°4.7mm
1513°5°1.1mm
1615°7°
1710°7°3.9mm
1815°5°
1921°7°
2018°11°
2110°6°3.6mm
2210°5°2mm
2311°6°1.2mm
2414°6°
2514°6°
2618°10°1.2mm
2717°9°2.2mm
2817°10°1.1mm
2920°10°
3018°11°
3118°10°

Frequently asked questions

What is Stockholm weather like in May?

In May, Stockholm averages 11.5°C, with typical highs of 16.2°C and lows of 6.9°C. The historical average is 8 wet days and 66% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is good.

Does it rain a lot in Stockholm in May?

There are about 8 wet days in May. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Stockholm in May?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day.

What are the best months to visit Stockholm?

Recent weather data rates May, June, August, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Stockholm weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Stockholm in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 04:15 and sunset is 21:15 in local time (Europe/Stockholm). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations