The month in detail
What to expect in December
Winter in Gothenburg is cool (41°F during the day). Days are short (1.0h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 40% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Gothenburg. Compared to November: −4°F daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
0 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
1°
Sea
5°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
6.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Gothenburg is June (7.4/10), 6.7 pts higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Sweden
🗣️LanguageSwedish
💶CurrencySwedish Krona (kr)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 68°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 37°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 45%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Gothenburg ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SwedenTemperate oceanic climate with a 7.4 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
57.71°N · 11.97°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gothenburg?
June is the best month with 66°F highs, 54°F lows, 8.5h of sunshine and 36.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Gothenburg get in June?
Gothenburg averages 8.5 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gothenburg?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gothenburg in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 54°F, while afternoon highs average 66°F.
Is Gothenburg good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gothenburg scores 0.7/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.1/10.
When should you avoid Gothenburg?
January is the most difficult month to visit Gothenburg, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gothenburg in December?
In December, the sea averages 41°F in Gothenburg: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gothenburg in December?
The average UV index reaches 0 in December in Gothenburg (low), with about 6.3h of daylight. No protection needed.