Skiing in Sweden

Plan a ski trip to Sweden. 137 resorts across 19 ski regions, with live snow conditions, lift passes and chalets.

Sweden Skiing at a Glance

19 ski regions, 137 ski resorts, 326 wildlife species recorded.

Travel Advisories for Sweden

UK FCDO: See travel advice before travelling.

US State Department: Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution.

Best Time to Visit Sweden

The best months to visit Sweden are May, June, July, based on temperature, snowfall, weather conditions, and skiing opportunities.

Month-by-Month Skiing Conditions

  • January: Poor, temperature -4°C, rainfall 116.5mm, sunshine 5.1 hrs, humidity 78%
  • February: Poor, temperature -2.6°C, rainfall 101.5mm, sunshine 6.5 hrs, humidity 75.8%
  • March: Poor, temperature -0.5°C, rainfall 108.7mm, sunshine 7.9 hrs, humidity 75.1%
  • April: Poor, temperature 2.9°C, rainfall 102.8mm, sunshine 9.3 hrs, humidity 73.2%
  • May: Good, temperature 7.9°C, rainfall 119.5mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 74.9%
  • June: Good, temperature 12.9°C, rainfall 123.2mm, sunshine 11.6 hrs, humidity 74.3%
  • July: Good, temperature 15.4°C, rainfall 121.6mm, sunshine 11.9 hrs, humidity 73.2%
  • August: Good, temperature 15.1°C, rainfall 121.2mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 74.7%
  • September: Poor, temperature 11.3°C, rainfall 110.6mm, sunshine 9.3 hrs, humidity 78%
  • October: Poor, temperature 6.8°C, rainfall 117.9mm, sunshine 7.2 hrs, humidity 79.2%
  • November: Poor, temperature 1.2°C, rainfall 113.9mm, sunshine 5.7 hrs, humidity 79.5%
  • December: Poor, temperature -2.6°C, rainfall 138.5mm, sunshine 4.5 hrs, humidity 79.9%

Recommended Packing List for Sweden

Based on average temperature of 5.3°C, typical conditions, humidity 76%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 5°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

Ski Regions