Lund, in southern Sweden’s Skåne region, enjoys a temperate oceanic climate with mild summers and chilly, damp winters. The city experiences moderate rainfall spread throughout the year, frequent cloudy days in winter, and long daylight hours in summer. Lund’s distinct seasons and lush surroundings make it a charming destination for culture, history, and outdoor exploration.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Lund’s climate is shaped by its coastal proximity and northerly latitude, resulting in four distinct seasons. Winters (December to February) are chilly and damp, with average highs around 2–4°C and lows close to or just below freezing. Snowfall occurs occasionally from December to March but rarely lingers, and winters are often marked by rain, wind, and frequent overcast skies. Daylight is limited to about 7 hours in mid-winter, and humidity is high, making the air feel colder. Despite the gloom, extreme cold is rare, with temperatures seldom dropping below -10°C.
Summers (June to August) are mild to warm, with average highs of 20–23°C and lows around 13–15°C. July is typically the warmest month, and heatwaves above 25°C do occur but are uncommon. Rainfall is moderate, with July and August being the wettest months, each receiving around 80–120 mm of rain. Sunshine is most abundant in summer, with up to 17 hours of daylight at midsummer and about 8–10 hours of sun daily. Spring and autumn are transitional, with rapidly changing weather, blooming flowers in May, and colourful foliage in October. Annual precipitation averages 650–750 mm, and winds are generally light to moderate but can be brisk during storms, especially in autumn and winter. Lund’s climate supports vibrant green spaces, and the city’s parks and gardens are especially beautiful in spring and early autumn.
| Average climate data for Lund, Sweden | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 2 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 21 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -0 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 1 | -1 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 13 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 12 | 14 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 153 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 8 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 109 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 19 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 61 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 8 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 27 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 89 | 87 | 82 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 76 | 76 | 78 | 83 | 88 | 88 | 80 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 18 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 16 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 7 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 71 | 68 | 59 | 41 | 43 | 38 | 41 | 38 | 46 | 55 | 65 | 72 | 53 |
| Average UV index | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
The best time to visit Lund is from late May to early September, when the weather is mildest, days are longest, and the city is lively with festivals, outdoor events, and university life. This period offers the best conditions for sightseeing, cycling, and enjoying Lund’s parks and historic old town.
The least favourable time to visit Lund is from November to March, when temperatures are lowest, days are shortest, and frequent rain, wind, and overcast skies can limit outdoor activities. While winters are milder than much of Sweden, the damp and grey weather may not appeal to all travellers.
Lund has a temperate oceanic climate with mild summers, chilly, damp winters, and moderate rainfall throughout the year. Snow is occasional in winter, and the city experiences long daylight hours in summer and short days in winter.
The best time to visit Lund is from late May to early September, when temperatures are mild, days are long, and the city is lively with festivals, outdoor events, and university activities.
Snowfall occurs occasionally from December to March, but snow cover is usually brief. Winters are more often rainy and windy than snowy, and some years see little or no snow at all.
Lund receives moderate rainfall, averaging 650–750 mm annually. Rain falls throughout the year, with July and August being the wettest months, and April the driest. Rain showers are common, so rain gear is useful year-round.
Summer highs in Lund typically reach 20–23°C, with July being the warmest month. Heatwaves above 25°C can occur but are not common. Nights remain cool and comfortable, even in midsummer.
Pack layers for cool mornings and evenings, a rain jacket for frequent showers, and sun protection for summer. Even in summer, a jumper or light jacket is useful for cooler evenings or windy days.
Winds in Lund are generally light to moderate, but can be brisk during autumn and winter storms. The city’s coastal proximity means breezy conditions are common, especially outside summer.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is July (20.9 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is February (2.3 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 11.5 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (14.3 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is February (-0.7 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 6.4 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is July (19.2 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is April (5 mm). Over the whole year there are 153.4 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is July (11.8 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is February (6.8 days). Over the whole year there are 109.5 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is January (19.1 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 61.4 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (7.7 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are May and July (0 days). Over the whole year there are 27.2 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is January (89 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is April (72.3 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 80.4 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is December (18.8 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is August (14.1 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 16.2 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is December (72.4 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is August (37.7 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 53 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 17 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 7 h). Over the whole year there are 11.9 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 9.2 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 2.2 h). Over the whole year there are 5.9 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June, July and August (UV index: 5). The month with the lowest average UV index is January (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.1.
