Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Gothenburg | Stockholm | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 3°C (37°F)▲ | 1°C (34°F) | Gothenburg |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -9°C (16°F) | -4°C (25°F)▲ | Stockholm |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days▲ | 8 days | Gothenburg |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 40 mm | 31 mm▲ | Stockholm |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 3h/day | 4h/day▲ | Stockholm |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Gothenburg |
Gothenburg and Stockholm are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Gothenburg is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Stockholm is cooler at 1°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Gothenburg is the stronger choice in February. Stockholm receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Gothenburg reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -9°C (16°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Stockholm averages 1°C (34°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Gothenburg receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Stockholm sees 31 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Gothenburg the drier option by 5 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 3°C, lows of -9°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 1°C, lows of -4°C, 8 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Gothenburg | Stockholm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 3d | 0°C | 8d |
| Feb | 3°C | 3d | 1°C | 8d |
| Mar | 10°C | 4d | 4°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 5d | 9°C | 8d |
| May | 22°C | 6d | 14°C | 9d |
| Jun | 24°C | 6d | 18°C | 11d |
| Jul | 22°C | 6d | 21°C | 11d |
| Aug | 17°C | 5d | 20°C | 12d |
| Sep | 10°C | 4d | 16°C | 8d |
| Oct | 3°C | 3d | 9°C | 10d |
| Nov | -2°C | 3d | 5°C | 10d |
| Dec | -4°C | 3d | 2°C | 10d |
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