What should I wear in Sweden in November?
November averages for Stockholm, Gothenburg and the north, and what to pack.
Short answer
In November, wear a warm coat and scarf, because SMHI's normal mean temperature is about 4 °C in Stockholm and about 5 °C in Gothenburg. Visit Stockholm says crisp autumn winds and rain make warm coats and scarves a necessity, and Göteborg & Co lists an umbrella or raincoat.
Why
- According to SMHI, the November normal (1991–2020) is 3.6 °C in Stockholm, 5.1 °C in Gothenburg and 5.5 °C in Malmö.
- According to Visit Stockholm, temperatures in October and November stay well above the freezing point, but crisp autumn winds and rain make warm coats and scarves a necessity.
- According to SMHI, the December normal in Stockholm is 0.6 °C, three degrees below the November normal of 3.6 °C.
Details
Göteborg & Co says sea winds sweep into the city in autumn. Mean temperatures describe the whole day, so mornings and nights can be colder than the average.
Tip
Wear a warm coat with a hat and gloves for mornings and evenings, and carry a raincoat or umbrella.
What may differ
In the north November is below freezing: the normal is -6.8 °C in Kiruna and -2.5 °C in Luleå, so Swedish Lapland's winter advice on layers and boots applies.
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Sources
- SMHI: November 2024, air temperature and wind (1991–2020 normals)Checked at:
- SMHI: December 2024, air temperature and wind (1991–2020 normals)Checked at:
- Visit Stockholm: Dressing up for StockholmChecked at:
- Göteborg & Co: Four seasons in GothenburgChecked at:
- Swedish Lapland: How to dress for winterChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Weather varies from year to year, so check the SMHI forecast before you travel.
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What should I wear in Gothenburg?
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How many hours of daylight does Sweden get in December?
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