Climate of Västra Götaland, Sweden
Area-weighted average across Västra Götaland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Västra Götaland, a subdivision of Sweden, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -2.2°C / 28°F in February to 15.9°C / 60.6°F in July, with rainfall from 44 mm / 1.7 in to 83 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (768 mm / 30.2 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.9°C28.6°F | 62 mm2.4″ | Snowy |
| February | -2.2°C28°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.6°C33.1°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| April | 4.5°C40.1°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 10.2°C50.4°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 14°C57.2°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 15.9°C60.6°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 15.1°C59.2°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| September | 11°C51.8°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| October | 6.9°C44.4°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 2.6°C36.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | -0.4°C31.3°F | 71 mm2.8″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Västra Götaland?
Västra Götaland, Sweden does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.9°C / 60.6°F, and the driest is February at 44 mm / 1.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Västra Götaland?
Västra Götaland, Sweden has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -2.2°C / 28°F in February to 15.9°C / 60.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 768 mm / 30.2 in, with the wettest month being September (83 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest February (44 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Västra Götaland?
The hottest month in Västra Götaland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.9°C / 60.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Västra Götaland?
The coldest month in Västra Götaland is February, with an area-wide average temperature of -2.2°C / 28°F.
When does it rain most in Västra Götaland?
The wettest month in Västra Götaland is September, averaging about 83 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 44 mm / 1.7 in.