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Gothenburg, Västra Götaland Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Gothenburg, Västra Götaland?
Gothenburg, Västra Götaland gets 922 mm of precipitation a year over about 170 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 22°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).
Oceanic climate
Gothenburg, Västra Götaland has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 22°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 12° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 22° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 12° |
How much rain does Gothenburg get?
Gothenburg gets 922 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 170 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 65% of Sweden.
October is the wettest month, with 104 mm. April is the driest, with 52 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to June 15, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Gothenburg got 743 mm of rain, against a normal of 922 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 101 mm.
Gothenburg weather by month
Gothenburg weather in January
In January, Gothenburg averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 11°C (2007) and the record low is -23°C (1987).
Gothenburg weather in February
In February, Gothenburg averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 13°C (2021) and the record low is -22°C (1970).
Gothenburg weather in March
In March, Gothenburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2007) and the record low is -16°C (2005).
Gothenburg weather in April
In April, Gothenburg averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2000) and the record low is -8°C (1970).
Gothenburg weather in May
In May, Gothenburg averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 31°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1984). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gothenburg weather in June
In June, Gothenburg averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is 2°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gothenburg weather in July
In July, Gothenburg averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 34°C (2019) and the record low is 6°C (1971). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gothenburg weather in August
In August, Gothenburg averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 94 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 33°C (1975) and the record low is 4°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gothenburg weather in September
In September, Gothenburg averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 30°C (2024) and the record low is -2°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gothenburg weather in October
In October, Gothenburg averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -8°C (2003).
Gothenburg weather in November
In November, Gothenburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2020) and the record low is -13°C (1971).
Gothenburg weather in December
In December, Gothenburg averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 13°C (2015) and the record low is -19°C (2001).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gothenburg
April is the sunniest month in Gothenburg, with estimated sunshine of 49% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 34% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Gothenburg is sunnier than 83% of Sweden.
Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in April at 64%.
First and last freeze in Gothenburg
The first fall freeze in Gothenburg typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 20. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 182 days.
Gothenburg weather records
These records cover GOTEBORG A during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Gothenburg station is 34°C, on July 31, 2018. The coldest is -23°C, on January 10, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 86 mm of precipitation, on August 26, 1997.
40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Gothenburg
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2° | 3° | 80 mm | 16 | 89% | 25% | 11° | -23° |
| February | -2° | 3° | 63 mm | 14 | 87% | 28% | 13° | -22° |
| March | 0° | 7° | 52 mm | 12 | 76% | 41% | 19° | -16° |
| April | 3° | 12° | 52 mm | 11 | 64% | 49% | 28° | -8° |
| May | 8° | 17° | 58 mm | 12 | 66% | 45% | 31° | -3° |
| June | 12° | 20° | 74 mm | 13 | 70% | 45% | 32° | 2° |
| July | 14° | 22° | 86 mm | 13 | 79% | 38% | 34° | 6° |
| August | 14° | 22° | 94 mm | 15 | 79% | 40% | 33° | 4° |
| September | 11° | 18° | 78 mm | 14 | 82% | 35% | 30° | -2° |
| October | 6° | 12° | 104 mm | 17 | 86% | 26% | 21° | -8° |
| November | 3° | 7° | 86 mm | 17 | 89% | 20% | 16° | -13° |
| December | 0° | 4° | 93 mm | 18 | 91% | 18% | 13° | -19° |
Station: GOTEBORG A, 2 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Gothenburg climate questions
How much rain does Gothenburg get?
Gothenburg gets 922 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 170 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Gothenburg?
October is the wettest month in Gothenburg, with 104 mm. April is the driest, with 52 mm.
How many rainy days does Gothenburg have a year?
Gothenburg has about 170 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Gothenburg?
July is the warmest month in Gothenburg, with an average high of 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Gothenburg?
January is the coldest month in Gothenburg, with an average low of -2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Gothenburg?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Gothenburg station is 34°C, set on July 31, 2018. The record low is -23°C, on January 10, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Gothenburg?
April is the sunniest month in Gothenburg, with estimated sunshine of 49% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Gothenburg?
The first fall freeze in Gothenburg typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 20.
What is the best time to visit Gothenburg?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.