🇬🇧 London vs Stockholm 🇸🇪

London, United Kingdom vs Stockholm, Sweden — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 8 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇸🇪 Stockholm
Avg annual high16°C10°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (23°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)February (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year111119
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇸🇪 Stockholm

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (23°C), coldest lows in February (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Stockholm warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Stockholm?

Stockholm is rainier — London sees about 8 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Stockholm?

London is best around June, July, August; Stockholm is best around June, July, August.

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