Best Time to Visit Malmö, Skåne, Sweden
Malmö is at its sunniest and driest in August.
The best time to visit Malmö for sunny, dry weather is August — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August and January–June; the wetter half falls in July and September–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 0.5°C / 32.9°F in January to 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in (February) to 61 mm / 2.4 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Malmö, Skåne, Sweden's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Malmö's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 17.3°C63.1°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Malmö?
The best time to visit Malmö for sunny, dry weather is August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 17.6°C / 63.7°F, and the driest is February with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Malmö's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Malmö?
The rainy season at Malmö, Skåne runs through July and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 52 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is September (61 mm / 2.4 in).
What is the driest month in Malmö?
The driest month in Malmö is February, averaging about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 0.5°C / 32.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Malmö?
The least comfortable months for travel to Malmö — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, July, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 61 mm / 2.4 in in September, and the coldest month averages 0.5°C / 32.9°F.
Is Malmö climate different from Sweden overall?
Yes, usually. Our Malmö figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Sweden figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Malmö specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.