What to pack for Stockholm in May
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 68%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Stockholm: June & August–September. See the full best time to visit Stockholm guide.
Stockholm in May: the details
In May, Stockholm sees average daytime highs of 16°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall totals roughly 63 mm across 10.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 12.2 hours per day with 16.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 68%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the 4th-wettest in Stockholm. The sunniest month is June (14.9 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 41°F |
| Rainfall | 63 mm over 10.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 12.2 h/day (16.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Travel score | 7.9 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Stockholm, Sweden (59.33, 18.07) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Stockholm in May?
Daytime highs in Stockholm in May average 16°C (60°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Stockholm in May?
Expect around 10.3 rainy days and 63 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Stockholm?
May is a good month to visit Stockholm. Overall travel score: 7.9/10. The best months are June & August–September.
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