Best Time To Visit Sweden

Best Months: June | July | August | September | December | January

Experiencing Sweden’s highlights in the cities and picturesque surroundings can be enjoyed throughout the year. However, June to September and December to January provide the best opportunities to experience the country’s variety.

Seeing town squares and villages, forest secrets and local culture can bring the right light to the distinctive conditions of summer or create the wonderland of winter. The highlights will always shine brightly around the country, whether you explore in the summer sun or the ambiance of a winter Christmas market.

Best Months: May | June | September | October | November | December

Escape to a fairytale corner of Sweden throughout the year, favoring perhaps the quieter months in spring and fall. Fewer people will make it feel like you are living in your own piece of paradise as you stroll down flower-lined pathways, picnic in parks, and enjoy a meal alongside the water.

Being outdoors in Sweden is wonderful, and on beautiful spring and fall days you can find the ideal romantic ambiance, matched only by the magic of winter when snow blankets the landscape.

Best Months: April | May | September

Traveling to Sweden in the spring or autumn will give you a little more space to explore, with popular sites seeing fewer people. The quieter months of April and May can still be chilly, however, the highlights of popular monuments, museums, and must-see sites will be free of long lines and crowded spaces.

Enjoy the tail-end of summer and breeze through city squares and countryside havens once the busy tourist season has passed. The buzz of visitors will dissipate, as will the sunlight, so you can enjoy having cities and surroundings to yourself for more rewarding experiences.

Best Months: August | September | December | January | February

Share a unique and breathtakingly beautiful destination with the entire family in summer and winter. Sweden is a land filled with lakes, forests, and historical discoveries that visitors young and seasoned can enjoy.

While most families embark on adventures in Scandinavia during the summer school vacation months, consider heading to Sweden in late August to September after the crowds and long lines to popular sights begin or again from December to February, when you may glimpse the Northern Lights.

Best Months: May | June | September | October

Traveling in comfort and convenience are key elements to ensuring a highly successful trip for seniors to Sweden, best experienced from May to June and again from September to October. This applies to both  the weather and flexibility in day-to-day exploring, as you avoid the height of summer, even with milder than average seasonal temperatures in general.

Avoiding large crowds, being able to get in and out of sites with little challenge, plus the option to adjust excursions are all possible in quieter months. Step into Sweden’s wonderful attractions in late spring or plan a visit as the season turns to fall to find an unforgettable experience for your tastes.

Best Months: November | December | January | February | March | June | July | August

The two most incredible things to witness in Sweden are the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights phenomena that occur from June to August or November to February, respectively.

Each moment can fascinate and take your breath away as you witness 24 hours of sunshine during the summer solstice or during the dancing colors of the extended night in winter when the Northern Lights shape the sky.

As the green, pink, blue, and yellows dance above you, the experience will create an unforgettable connection to nature during your time in Sweden.

Best Months: March | April | May | June

With a slight chill in the air, step into the beauty of Sweden in the springtime. In March the Aurora Borealis can still be viewed and flowers begin to bloom in April and May, with crisp days and nights with fewer crowds.

Popular sights and attractions stand out once the snow has melted away the light shines through when walking, hiking, exploring city highlights, or uncovering country gems. Local festivals take place at this time, and outdoor activities are celebrated by locals and tourists alike.

Highlights: Walking Tours | Biking | HIking | Museums | Art Galleries | Canola Field Visits | Summer Festivals | Strawberry Picking | Local Markets

Best Months: September | October | December | January

Take a moment to stop and admire the turning of the leaves or the blanketing snow that offers a romantic ambiance in your surroundings as you explore Sweden from September to October or December to January. Once October is in full swing, indoor activities such as museum visits and enjoying popular restaurants are popular among visitors and locals.

The chill of the air around you is counteracted by the warm experiences during the winter months, while accentuated by the possibility of viewing the Northern Lights. Christmas markets and snow-filled activities such as tobogganing and dogsledding can add to the perfect winter atmosphere.

Highlights: Sailing | Museums | Art galleries | Skiing | Dogsledding | Christmas markets | Northern Lights

A country filled with natural beauty and a rich history boldly told through stories and sites bearing witness to a dramatic time, Sweden is a destination that creates unique experiences.

When you choose to visit this part of Scandinavia depends on factors such as when you are able to do so, who you are traveling with, and key highlights and events you do not want to miss.

Find the right way to complete your incredible adventure by exploring our Sweden Tours & Vacations 2022-2023. You can also speak with a Zicasso travel specialist to plan your custom trip or call our team at 1-888-265-9707.