Weather radar Gothenburg
Real-time precipitation radar · Västra Götaland · Sweden
Gothenburg climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Gothenburg shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 3.1° | 3.6° | 7.2° | 11.3° | 16.6° | 19.8° | 21.2° | 20.1° | 17.9° | 12.2° | 6.8° | 3.3° |
| Avg low (°C) | -1.1° | -1.1° | 0.3° | 2.4° | 7.4° | 11.2° | 13.7° | 12.7° | 10.5° | 7.1° | 2.8° | -0.5° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 81 | 66 | 46 | 49 | 81 | 80 | 166 | 115 | 99 | 96 | 56 | 65 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 15 | 12 | 13 |
| Sunshine hours | 81 | 122 | 222 | 317 | 367 | 401 | 385 | 321 | 245 | 160 | 84 | 54 |
| Humidity | 90% | 87% | 80% | 69% | 70% | 75% | 79% | 81% | 83% | 87% | 89% | 91% |
Best time to visit Gothenburg
The best time to visit Gothenburg is typically June. In this month the average high is 19.8°C, precipitation is 80 mm and sunshine duration is 401 hours. The annual average high is 11.9°C, total annual precipitation is 1000 mm (150 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2759 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gothenburg
How up to date is the weather radar for Gothenburg?
The weather radar for Gothenburg is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Gothenburg?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Gothenburg: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Gothenburg?
The thunderstorm potential for Gothenburg is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Gothenburg.
What is the climate like in Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has an annual average high of 11.9°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 21.2°C), the coldest January (avg low -1.1°C). The wettest month is July with 166 mm, the driest March with 46 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1000 mm (150 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2759 hours.
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