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Weather in Sweden for May 2026

Your guide to Sweden weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Sweden during May is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to Sweden snow forecast for May 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Sweden has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 13.9 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.5 °C).

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Sweden predicts a temperature of 19.6 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Sweden at the beginning of May is 12.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 18 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Sweden in May is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 51.2 mm of precipitation.

Average dry days
16
Dry days
Average rainy days
14
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/6°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
17 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
63 %
Avg humidity

Sweden Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Partly cloudy
14°
2
Overcast
15°
3
Overcast
13°
4
Patchy rain possible
12°
5
Overcast
10°
6
Patchy rain possible
11°
7
Sunny
11°
8
Overcast
11°
9
Partly cloudy
13°
10
Overcast
13°
11
Partly cloudy
16°
12
Partly cloudy
17°
13
Partly cloudy
16°
14
Patchy rain possible
16°
15
Patchy rain possible
16°
16
Cloudy
15°
17
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°
18
Sunny
18°
19
Sunny
19°
20
Partly cloudy
17°
21
Patchy rain possible
16°
22
Patchy rain possible
17°
23
Partly cloudy
23°
24
Sunny
20°
25
Patchy rain possible
19°
26
Patchy rain possible
18°
27
Patchy rain possible
15°
28
Partly cloudy
17°
29
Sunny
20°
30
Patchy rain possible
19°
31
Partly cloudy
18°

What’s the Weather Like in Sweden This May?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Sweden’s cities this May.
Patchy rain possibleStockholm15 °C / 6 °CPatchy rain possibleMalmö14 °C / 8 °CPatchy rain possibleGöteborg15 °C / 7 °CCloudyKiruna9 °C / 1 °CModerate snowAbisko4 °C / -2 °CCloudyLuleå8 °C / 3 °CPatchy rain possibleJönköping15 °C / 6 °CPatchy rain possibleLund16 °C / 7 °CPatchy rain possibleHelsingborg14 °C / 8 °CPatchy rain possibleBåstad15 °C / 8 °CModerate snowFrankrike11 °C / 3 °CPatchy rain possibleVäxjö17 °C / 6 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during May in Sweden

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Sweden day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /3° 1.6 mm 0 cm
2 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /5° 0.7 mm 0 cm
3 May Overcast
Overcast
 13° /3° 0.8 mm 0 cm
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /2° 1.3 mm 0 cm
5 May Overcast
Overcast
 10° /2° 3 mm 0 cm
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 11° /2° 1.9 mm 0 cm
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 11° /1° 1 mm 0 cm
8 May Overcast
Overcast
 11° /1° 1.4 mm 0.2 cm
9 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /3° 0.7 mm 0 cm
10 May Overcast
Overcast
 13° /4° 1.6 mm 0 cm
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /5° 1.2 mm 0 cm
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /6° 1.7 mm 0 cm
13 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /7° 1.6 mm 0 cm
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 1.7 mm 0 cm
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 0.3 mm 0 cm
16 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /7° 2.3 mm 0 cm
17 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /6° 6.1 mm 0 cm
18 May Sunny
Sunny
 18° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
19 May Sunny
Sunny
 19° /8° 0.7 mm 0 cm
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /6° 1 mm 0 cm
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 0.9 mm 0 cm
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /7° 0.9 mm 0 cm
23 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /11° 0.1 mm 0 cm
24 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /11° 0 mm 0 cm
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /12° 0.4 mm 0 cm
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /9° 4.9 mm 0 cm
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 0.4 mm 0 cm
28 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /10° 1.6 mm 0 cm
31 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Sweden in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Sweden forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Sweden in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Sweden during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 15° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Sweden during May?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Sweden during May, with a total of 51.2 mm spread over approximately 14 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Sweden in May 2026?

Sweden typically sees 0.238 cm of snowfall during May.

What are the typical wind conditions in Sweden during May?

The average wind speed in Sweden during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Sweden snow forecast May 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Sweden’s snowy potential this May ❄️
On average, Sweden sees 1 snowy days during May, with approximately 0.2 cm of total snowfall.

May rainfall patterns in Sweden

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Swedens May weather 💧
Typically, Sweden has 14 rainy days in May with a total of 51.2 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Sweden during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️
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