Climate Insights for Linköping

Östergötland County, Sweden

Hottest
July
22°C peak72°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
August
80 mm rain3.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Linköping is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 627 mm of precipitation falls per year. Linköping receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Linköping is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 92cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Linköping is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 24.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Linköping receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Linköping is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°FebMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -3°MarMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -2°AprMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 1°MayMax: 17°Average: 12°Min: 6°JunMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 5°NovMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°DecMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 31°FMin: 27°FFebMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 27°FMarMax: 43°FAverage: 36°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 51°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 46°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 42°FAverage: 38°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 34°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Linköping vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Linköping vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 31°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 27mmFebPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 19mmMarPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 14mmAprPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 7mmDecPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 11inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 7in
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Linköping is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 627 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 80 mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 35 mm. That's 45 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 92cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.Linköping is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.1 in of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.4 in. That's 1.8 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Linköping is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 14km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Linköping is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°31°F
Feb0°32°F
Mar2°36°F
Apr6°42°F
May12°53°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Linköping 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 71 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 Linköping 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 2.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°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 Linköping 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 Linköping 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
-3 °C27 °F
1 °C34 °F
14 km/h9 mph
48 mm1.9 in
27 cm11 in
Feb
-3 °C27 °F
2 °C36 °F
14 km/h8 mph
35 mm1.4 in
19 cm7 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
6 °C43 °F
13 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.5 in
14 cm6 in
Apr
1 °C33 °F
11 °C51 °F
12 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
8 cm3 in
May
6 °C42 °F
17 °C62 °F
11 km/h7 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
21 °C71 °F
12 km/h7 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
17 °C63 °F
12 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
11 °C51 °F
14 km/h9 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
1 °C35 °F
5 °C42 °F
13 km/h8 mph
42 mm1.6 in
7 cm3 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
3 °C37 °F
13 km/h8 mph
44 mm1.7 in
17 cm7 in