Linköping, Östergötland Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Linköping get?

Linköping gets 551 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 158 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 63% of Sweden.

August is the wettest month, with 73 mm. March is the driest, with 25 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 37 days, to April 2, 2022.

Linköping weather by month

Linköping weather in January

In January, Linköping averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The January record high is 12°C (2007) and the record low is -29°C (2010).

Linköping weather in February

In February, Linköping averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The February record high is 14°C (1990) and the record low is -27°C (1979).

Linköping weather in March

In March, Linköping averages a high of 5°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 19°C (1973) and the record low is -22°C (2001).

Linköping weather in April

In April, Linköping averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (1993) and the record low is -10°C (2022).

Linköping weather in May

In May, Linköping averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (1985) and the record low is -5°C (2017).

Linköping weather in June

In June, Linköping averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linköping weather in July

In July, Linköping averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1989). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Linköping weather in August

In August, Linköping averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (1975) and the record low is 1°C (1978).

Linköping weather in September

In September, Linköping averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (2013).

Linköping weather in October

In October, Linköping averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The October record high is 22°C (1995) and the record low is -11°C (2003).

Linköping weather in November

In November, Linköping averages a high of 5°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2020) and the record low is -17°C (1980).

Linköping weather in December

In December, Linköping averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The December record high is 12°C (2006) and the record low is -28°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Linköping

June is the sunniest month in Linköping, with sunshine about 48% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. Linköping is sunnier than 70% of Sweden.

Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in May at 60%.

Linköping has about 3 days a year above 32°C.

First and last freeze in Linköping

The first fall freeze in Linköping typically comes around October 3, and the last spring freeze around May 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 148 days.

Linköping weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Linköping station is 37°C, on July 21, 2022. The coldest is -29°C, on January 30, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 102 mm of rain, on August 27, 2022.

49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Linköping

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -4°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Linköping climate questions

How much rain does Linköping get?

Linköping gets 551 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 158 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Linköping?

August is the wettest month in Linköping, with 73 mm. March is the driest, with 25 mm.

How many rainy days does Linköping have a year?

Linköping has about 158 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Linköping?

July is the warmest month in Linköping, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Linköping?

January is the coldest month in Linköping, with an average low of -4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Linköping?

The record high at the Linköping station is 37°C, set on July 21, 2022. The record low is -29°C, on January 30, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Linköping?

June is the sunniest month in Linköping, with sunshine about 48% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Linköping?

The first fall freeze in Linköping typically comes around October 3. The last spring freeze is around May 8.

What is the best time to visit Linköping?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.