Uppsala, Uppsala Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Uppsala get?

Uppsala gets 561 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 80% of Sweden.

August is the wettest month, with 74 mm. March is the driest, with 28 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 34 days, to March 28, 2022.

Uppsala weather by month

Uppsala weather in January

In January, Uppsala averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The January record high is 11°C (2020) and the record low is -28°C (1979).

Uppsala weather in February

In February, Uppsala averages a high of 1°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The February record high is 12°C (1990) and the record low is -30°C (1970).

Uppsala weather in March

In March, Uppsala averages a high of 5°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 20°C (2017) and the record low is -25°C (2005).

Uppsala weather in April

In April, Uppsala averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (1993) and the record low is -10°C (2023).

Uppsala weather in May

In May, Uppsala averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Uppsala weather in June

In June, Uppsala averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The June record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1982). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Uppsala weather in July

In July, Uppsala averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (2018) and the record low is 4°C (1975). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Uppsala weather in August

In August, Uppsala averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (2007).

Uppsala weather in September

In September, Uppsala averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (2001). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Uppsala weather in October

In October, Uppsala averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The October record high is 22°C (1995) and the record low is -11°C (1992).

Uppsala weather in November

In November, Uppsala averages a high of 4°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The November record high is 16°C (2020) and the record low is -18°C (1980).

Uppsala weather in December

In December, Uppsala averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (2015) and the record low is -27°C (1989).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Uppsala

June is the sunniest month in Uppsala, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 20%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. Uppsala is sunnier than 73% of Sweden.

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

First and last freeze in Uppsala

The first fall freeze in Uppsala typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around May 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 149 days.

Uppsala weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Uppsala station is 34°C, on July 16, 2018. The coldest is -30°C, on February 18, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 104 mm of rain, on August 17, 1997.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1986.

The best time to visit Uppsala

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 1°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 22°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 4°C.

Uppsala climate questions

How much rain does Uppsala get?

Uppsala gets 561 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Uppsala?

August is the wettest month in Uppsala, with 74 mm. March is the driest, with 28 mm.

How many rainy days does Uppsala have a year?

Uppsala has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Uppsala?

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

What is the coldest month in Uppsala?

February is the coldest month in Uppsala, with an average low of -5°C.

What is the record high temperature in Uppsala?

The record high at the Uppsala station is 34°C, set on July 16, 2018. The record low is -30°C, on February 18, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Uppsala?

June is the sunniest month in Uppsala, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Uppsala?

The first fall freeze in Uppsala typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around May 9.

What is the best time to visit Uppsala?

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