Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Stockholm in November
Stockholm cools off: highs slip to 40°F (4°C), from 49°F in October, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 39/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 40°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 87%
- Daylight
- ~7 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 40°F (4°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (61 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 87%.
Daylight is short, roughly 7 h 13 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort slips from 55/100 in October to 39/100.
- Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 34°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Stockholm in November
With highs near 40°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Skansen
Open-air museum of historic Swedish buildings with Nordic animals.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 40°F.
ABBA The Museum
Interactive museum where you can sing and dance alongside the band.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Royal Palace
Baroque palace with state apartments, the Treasury and a daily guard change.
Pelikan
Wood-paneled beer hall serving Swedish home cooking since 1904.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 40°F.
Östermalms Saluhall
Food hall from 1888 with seafood counters and Swedish classics.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Nearby in November
- Tallinn in November~235 mi · highs 39°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Helsinki in November~246 mi · highs 40°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oslo in November~259 mi · highs 38°F, 3.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Riga in November~275 mi · highs 39°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Stockholm in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Stockholm?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 39/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 40°F (4°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Stockholm in November?
Average highs are 40°F (4°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Stockholm in November?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.2 in (666 mm).
What should I pack for Stockholm in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 34°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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