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City Trips Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

July, June, August

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Avoid

January, February, March, November, December

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Weather

0°C – 18°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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Planning a city trip to Gothenburg?

The best time to visit Gothenburg for a city trip is July, June, August, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Gothenburg

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
32Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
67
February
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
49
March
40Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
45
April
45Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
43
May
77Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°53
June
91Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°75
July
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°67
August
89Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°95
September
82Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°76
October
53Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
96
November
32Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
78
December
32Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
75

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Gothenburg

When is the best time to visit Gothenburg for city trips?

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The best time to visit Gothenburg for city trips is typically in July, June, August, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Gothenburg?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Gothenburg, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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