November - March (Winter)

Any month between November and March will be cold and snowy in Sweden. The winter months offer ideal weather for winter sports with temperatures hovering around 22°F. If you`re visiting the coastal areas, prepare for some wind and keep bundled up. During this time of year, you can experience a true winter wonderland, especially in the Northern parts.

If you want to see the Northern Lights, you won`t be disappointed. Just head north, perhaps to Kiruna or Abisko. There are an array of ski resorts in Sweden, with the most popular downhill ski slopes at Åre, in central Sweden. Resorts in Dalarna, Härjedalen, Jämtland and Swedish Lapland are also popular with visitors and local skiers. The most popular times to visit Swedish ski resorts are late February, March and December.

Sweden is also quite beautiful at Christmas time when traditional Christmas markets are open in the larger cities.

Events and Festivals

- Kiruna Snow Festival, Kiruna (January - February)

- Gothenburg Film Festival, Gothengurg (January - February)

- Sonar (February)

- Vinterfest in Darlarna (February)

- Christmas Markets, major cities (December)