Malmö, Skåne Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Malmö get?

Malmö gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 163 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 50% of Sweden.

August is the wettest month, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 32 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to May 9, 2022.

Malmö weather by month

Malmö weather in January

In January, Malmö averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The January record high is 11°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (2003).

Malmö weather in February

In February, Malmö averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The February record high is 14°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1996).

Malmö weather in March

In March, Malmö averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2017) and the record low is -16°C (2005).

Malmö weather in April

In April, Malmö averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (1996) and the record low is -8°C (1997).

Malmö weather in May

In May, Malmö averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (2011). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Malmö weather in June

In June, Malmö averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (2009). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Malmö weather in July

In July, Malmö averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The July record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (1996). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Malmö weather in August

In August, Malmö averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (2021).

Malmö weather in September

In September, Malmö averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Malmö weather in October

In October, Malmö averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is -8°C (2003).

Malmö weather in November

In November, Malmö averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2020) and the record low is -13°C (2023).

Malmö weather in December

In December, Malmö averages a high of 4°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 12°C (2006) and the record low is -22°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Malmö

April is the sunniest month in Malmö, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Malmö is sunnier than 76% of Sweden.

Humidity peaks in January at 88% and is lowest in April at 69%.

First and last freeze in Malmö

The first fall freeze in Malmö typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 180 days.

Malmö weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Malmö station is 35°C, on June 27, 2026. The coldest is -22°C, on December 22, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 78 mm of rain, on July 5, 2007.

57 all-time records have been set at the station since 1990.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1990.

The best time to visit Malmö

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near 0°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 22°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.

Malmö climate questions

How much rain does Malmö get?

Malmö gets 655 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 163 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Malmö?

August is the wettest month in Malmö, with 75 mm. April is the driest, with 32 mm.

How many rainy days does Malmö have a year?

Malmö has about 163 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Malmö?

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

What is the coldest month in Malmö?

January is the coldest month in Malmö, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Malmö?

The record high at the Malmö station is 35°C, set on June 27, 2026. The record low is -22°C, on December 22, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Malmö?

April is the sunniest month in Malmö, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Malmö?

The first fall freeze in Malmö typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 22.

What is the best time to visit Malmö?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.