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Stockholm has a cool temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb), with relatively mild summers, cold winters, and moderate precipitation spread through the year. Long-term averages show summer conditions are comfortable rather than hot, while winter commonly brings freezing temperatures, snow, and frequent cloud cover. The current overcast conditions and humidity are consistent with Stockholm’s generally moist, maritime-influenced climate.
Summer Average
18°C
Winter Average
0°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
170
Sunny Days
180
Humidity
70%
Spring
March - May
2-12°C
Spring is cool and changeable, with increasing daylight and a gradual warming trend. Snow can linger in early spring, but rainfall becomes more common than prolonged cold spells.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
15-22°C
Summer is generally mild to pleasantly warm, with the warmest conditions typically in late June through mid-August. Heat is uncommon, and partly cloudy days are frequent.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
3-13°C
Autumn cools quickly, with shorter days, more cloud cover, and increasing chances of rain and early frost. By late autumn, conditions often turn cold and damp.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-6-1°C
Winter is long, freezing, and often snowy, with frequent overcast skies. Temperatures commonly remain below freezing for extended periods, especially at night.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Stockholm
Stockholm attracts expats seeking a genuinely livable Nordic city where work-life balance isn't just talked about—it's built into daily life. The 14% expat community means you'll find established networks without feeling like you're in an expat bubble, and the city's compact, island-based layout makes it surprisingly navigable despite its size. Public transport, healthcare, and safety all function at a high level, removing major friction from relocation logistics.
The honest trade-off: housing costs are steep, and winters demand genuine adjustment rather than romantic acceptance. You'll need solid income or savings to land decent accommodation, and the dark months test commitment. But if you're drawn to a place where professional opportunity, social trust, and outdoor access genuinely coexist, Stockholm rewards the effort.
Advantages
Stockholm
Extensive parks and green spaces
Rich cultural institutions and museums
Strong education and universities
Excellent public transportation system
Safe and stable governance
Innovative tech startup hub
Disadvantages
Stockholm
Extremely high housing costs
Expensive cost of living
Limited coworking spaces
Long dark winters
High tax burden
Safety & Security in Stockholm
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
58
/100
Sweden Avg
56
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Stockholm to Sweden averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Stockholm
Sweden Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 93/100
No data for Stockholm — showing hazard indicators from nearby Solna (~5 km).
