Climate Insights for Helsingborg

Olympia, Skåne County, Sweden

Hottest
August
21°C peak70°F peak
Coldest
January
0°C low31°F low
Wettest
August
93 mm rain3.7 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Helsingborg is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 770 mm of precipitation falls per year. Helsingborg receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Helsingborg is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Helsingborg is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 30.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Helsingborg receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Helsingborg is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 31°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: 2°Min: 0°FebMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 0°MarMax: 7°Average: 4°Min: 0°AprMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 3°MayMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 7°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 10°OctMax: 12°Average: 10°Min: 7°NovMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 38°FAverage: 35°FMin: 31°FFebMax: 40°FAverage: 36°FMin: 32°FMarMax: 45°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 45°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 54°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 50°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 45°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 38°FMin: 34°F
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Temperatures in Helsingborg vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Helsingborg vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 31°F and the daily average is 35°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 14mmFebPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 11mmMarPrecipitation: 51mmSnow: 8mmAprPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 5mmDecPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 8mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 6inFebPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 4inMarPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 3in
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Helsingborg is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 770 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 93 mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 45 mm. That's 48 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 49cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 14cm.Helsingborg is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.7 in of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.8 in. That's 1.9 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 19in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 6in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Helsingborg is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Helsingborg is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan2°35°F
Feb2°36°F
Mar4°39°F
Apr7°45°F
May12°54°F
Jun16°62°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec3°38°F

The best time to visit Helsingborg is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 83 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Helsingborg is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 31°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Helsingborg based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Helsingborg based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
0 °C31 °F
3 °C38 °F
17 km/h11 mph
61 mm2.4 in
14 cm6 in
Feb
0 °C32 °F
4 °C40 °F
17 km/h11 mph
58 mm2.3 in
11 cm4 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
7 °C45 °F
15 km/h9 mph
51 mm2 in
8 cm3 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
11 °C52 °F
15 km/h9 mph
45 mm1.8 in
2 cm1 in
May
7 °C45 °F
16 °C62 °F
14 km/h9 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
21 °C69 °F
14 km/h9 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
21 °C70 °F
14 km/h9 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C51 °F
18 °C65 °F
14 km/h9 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
12 °C54 °F
17 km/h10 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
7 °C45 °F
15 km/h10 mph
47 mm1.8 in
5 cm2 in
Dec
1 °C34 °F
5 °C41 °F
16 km/h10 mph
56 mm2.2 in
8 cm3 in