Sweden

Sweden in February

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Winter school breaks fall in different weeks in different parts of the country; the north is deep in aurora season, and the Stockholm series is still low.

Is February a good time to visit Sweden?

February is one of the better months across Sweden, with crowds averaging 45/100 and typical highs near 1°C.

Book things to do

Sweden: tours and tickets in Stockholm, from our booking partner.

See all activities in Stockholm

What closes and what fills up in February

  • Sportlov winter school break (dates set locally, February or March)

More tours and tickets

More options from our booking partner.

How February compares across the year

Frequently asked questions

Is February a good month to visit Sweden?

February is one of the better months across Sweden, with crowds averaging 45/100 and typical highs near 1°C.

How busy is Sweden in February?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Sweden sits near 45/100 in February. The calmest of them is Stockholm.

What is the weather like in Sweden in February?

Expect average highs near 1°C and lows near -4°C, with roughly 8 wet days — though Sweden varies by region.

Other months in Sweden