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Gothenburg in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Gothenburg in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Gothenburg, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Gothenburg in July 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Gothenburg in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 15 rainy days and 89 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
89 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gothenburg has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Gothenburg in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gothenburg for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +81°F during the day to a minimum of +48°F during the night, the temperature in July averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +66°F.

Is Gothenburg warm or cold in July?

Gothenburg is typically mild in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +55°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Gothenburg, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Gothenburg in July

Water in Gothenburg in July is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +69°F, with an average of +64°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +68°F.

The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Gothenburg are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +37°F.

Can you swim in Gothenburg in July?

Water temperature (+64°F) in Gothenburg in July might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Gothenburg in July

Gothenburg weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+64°F+68°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+43°F+41°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+90°F+86°F
Rainfall
75 mm89 mm105 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F+64°F+65°F
Humidity
72%74%77%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
896
Cloudy days
555
Rainy days
141517
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +64°F to +68°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 75 mm to 89 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 8 to 9.

Next month (August) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Gothenburg in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Gothenburg is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Gothenburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 283 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gothenburg wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Gothenburg?

This is the weather in Gothenburg in July 2023:
1 July
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+65°F
2 July
🌧️
+64°F
3 July
🌧️
+61°F
4 July
🌧️
+60°F
5 July
🌧️
+68°F
6 July
🌧️
+61°F
7 July
☁️
+69°F
8 July
☀️
+76°F
9 July
☀️
+81°F
10 July
☁️
+73°F
11 July
🌧️
+69°F
12 July
🌧️
+65°F
13 July
🌧️
+68°F
14 July
☁️
+66°F
15 July
☀️
+78°F
16 July
☁️
+69°F
17 July
🌧️
+63°F
18 July
☁️
+65°F
19 July
☁️
+66°F
20 July
☁️
+65°F
21 July
☁️
+63°F
22 July
🌧️
+63°F
23 July
☁️
+69°F
24 July
🌧️
+66°F
25 July
☁️
+67°F
26 July
🌧️
+64°F
27 July
🌧️
+65°F
28 July
☀️
+67°F
29 July
☁️
+70°F
30 July
🌧️
+69°F
31 July
🌧️
+65°F
In July 2023 Gothenburg had 4 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Gothenburg climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Gothenburg in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+47°F) and the highest in 2020 (+55°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 526 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1351 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gothenburg in July:

Is July a good time to visit Gothenburg?

July is a really good time to go to Gothenburg. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Gothenburg.

Can you sunbathe in Gothenburg in July?

July has mild temperatures in Gothenburg. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Gothenburg in July?

In general, you can swim in Gothenburg in July, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Gothenburg rainy in July?

Gothenburg is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Gothenburg in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gothenburg in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Gothenburg

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gothenburg, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.