Linköping Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Linköping.
Climate overview of Linköping
Linköping, Östergötland, Sweden, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 23°C (73°F) and February dropping to 2°C (36°F).
Linköping sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 681 mm (27 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in June, with an average of 7.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Linköping Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Linköping — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Linköping
Visitors to Linköping can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Linköping
Generally, Linköping experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 681 mm (27 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 84 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month March brings less snow/rainfall, with 35 mm (1.4 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Linköping Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Linköping
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Linköping. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Linköping
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Linköping
What is the best time to visit Linköping?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Linköping. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Linköping?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in February to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -4°C (25°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Linköping get?
Annual rainfall is around 681 mm (27 in). July is the wettest month with 84 mm (3.3 in), while March is the driest with 35 mm (1.4 in).
How sunny is Linköping?
Linköping receives around 1,498 hours of sunshine per year. June is the sunniest month with 227 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 28 hours.
Linköping 3-Day Forecast
Linköping 3-Day Forecast
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