Gothenburg
A canal-lined old town best explored by tram rather than car, an archipelago of car-free islands a short ferry ride from the centre, and a seafood market that treats a shrimp sandwich as a genuine art form.
The best time to visit Gothenburg is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (68°F). Local time there is 00:37 (UTC+2).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
June · high 69°F · rain 2.7in · 18.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Göteborg, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C38°F | 94mm3.7in | 7.2h7.2h | |
| February | 4°C39°F | 104mm4.1in | 9.3h9.3h | |
| March | 6°C43°F | 91mm3.6in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| April | 11°C52°F | 36mm1.4in | 14.2h14.2h | |
| May | 15°C58°F | 94mm3.7in | 16.6h16.6h | |
| June | 21°C69°F | 69mm2.7in | 18.0h18.0h | in the recommended window |
| July | 20°C68°F | 148mm5.8in | 17.4h17.4h | in the recommended window |
| August | 20°C68°F | 132mm5.2in | 15.3h15.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 17°C62°F | 114mm4.5in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| October | 11°C52°F | 146mm5.7in | 10.2h10.2h | |
| November | 6°C44°F | 88mm3.5in | 7.8h7.8h | |
| December | 3°C37°F | 97mm3.8in | 6.6h6.6h |
Good to know
- Currency
- SEK · Swedish krona
- Language
- Swedish
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Gothenburg?
The best time to visit Gothenburg is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (68°F).
How warm does Gothenburg get?
Typical daytime highs in Gothenburg are Mar–May 11°C (51°F), Jun–Aug 20°C (68°F), Sep–Nov 11°C (53°F), Dec–Feb 3°C (38°F).
Is Gothenburg expensive?
On the ground, Gothenburg is high-end.
What sort of trip is Gothenburg good for?
Gothenburg is good for an unhurried pace, eating extremely well, landscape doing the heavy lifting.
