Gothenburg vs Stockholm

Gothenburg and Stockholm are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Gothenburg is on the cooler side at 2°C, requiring warmer clothing. Stockholm is cooler at 1°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Stockholm is the stronger choice in February. Gothenburg receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Gothenburg reaches an average high of 2°C (36°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Stockholm averages 1°C (34°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.

Gothenburg receives approximately 56 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Stockholm sees 31 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Stockholm the drier option by 2 rain days and 25 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.