Stockholm

What’s the weather like in Stockholm in August?

Along with June and July, the summer month of August has the best conditions all year. The Stockholm weather in August is fine for warm weather clothing, although you may need a waterproof layer in case you’re caught in a shower.

Geographical influences

Summer sees the highest rainfall in Stockholm, which is found in the south-east of Sweden, by Lake Malaren and close to the Baltic Sea. The country actually has some of the lowest rainfall in Europe, though. That’s because the western mountains in Norway block the south-westerly Gulf Stream winds from reaching Sweden.

Averages

If you’re visiting Stockholm in August, you can expect an average high temperature of 20°C. The normal daytime level’s likely to be 17°C, with a low of just 13°C on rare cooler days. At night, the temperature will be around 12°C. This lively and friendly Scandinavian city gets a good share of sunshine in August, although not as much as June and July. You’ll soak up nine hours each day, with the sun rising at 5am and finally disappearing at nearly 9pm. The UV level’s moderate, but you should take care in the afternoon sun. The humidity and heat are always low. You’ll find the weather in Stockholm in August is perfect for a summer break and just 12 days, on average, will be affected by showers.