Stockholm vs Gothenburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Stockholm edges ahead as the better destination in January. Stockholm offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 3 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Stockholm is on the cooler side at 0°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is cooler at 2°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Stockholm is the stronger choice in January.

Stockholm reaches an average high of 0°C (32°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Gothenburg averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°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 January.

Stockholm receives approximately 37 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 73 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Stockholm the drier option by 5 rain days and 36 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.