Stockholm vs Gothenburg

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Stockholm edges ahead as the better destination in May. Stockholm offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Gothenburg sees 12 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Stockholm is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Gothenburg is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Stockholm is the stronger choice in May. Stockholm receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Stockholm reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Gothenburg averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Stockholm receives approximately 43 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Gothenburg sees 72 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Stockholm the drier option by 3 rain days and 29 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.