Malmö
City in Sweden
Malmö is a city in southern Sweden with a 2023 population of about 339,000. Located 515 kilometers from Stockholm, it attracts visitors to landmarks like the Turning Torso, Malmö Castle, and St. Peter's Church.
What to see
The city features a mix of historic and modern architecture. Malmö Castle and St. Peter's Church represent the city's older structures, while the Turning Torso serves as a prominent modern landmark.
When to go
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs ranging from 19 °C to 21 °C. These months generally see rain on 9 to 13 days. The winter months of December through February bring colder temperatures, with highs between 2 °C and 4 °C and lows around -2 °C to 0 °C. Rainfall is consistent throughout the year, with the highest amounts occurring in August, September, and October.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Copenhagen Kastrup Airport in Denmark, located 22 kilometers from Malmö.
Top sights in Malmö
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 2 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -2 | -2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Rainfall, mm | 50 | 37 | 42 | 38 | 46 | 62 | 63 | 73 | 63 | 65 | 64 | 59 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Malmö (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.